Serekapaju - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Serekapaju is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chakapada and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Chahali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serekapaju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serekapaju is 416084. The village covers a total geographical area of 24 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Serekapaju village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serekapaju
According to the 2011 Census, Serekapaju village had a total population of 50 people, including 25 males and 25 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.50%, with male literacy at 25.00% and female literacy at 10.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 20 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Serekapaju
Serekapaju is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Serekapaju
Public transport in the Serekapaju is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Serekapaju is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Serekapaju is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serekapaju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serekapaju village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Serekapaju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serekapaju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Serekapaju
Where is Serekapaju located?
Serekapaju village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Serekapaju?
The Gram Panchayat of Serekapaju is Chahali.
What is the pincode of Serekapaju?
The pincode of Serekapaju is 762101.
What is the population of Serekapaju?
Serekapaju had a total population of 50, including 25 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Serekapaju?
Serekapaju had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serekapaju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serekapaju was 17.50%. Male literacy was 25.00% and female literacy was 10.00%.