Saramuli - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Saramuli is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 46 km from Brahmanigaon and around 149 km from Phulbani. Saramuli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saramuli is 417305. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Saramuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saramuli
As per Census 2011, Saramuli village has a total population of 508 people, consisting of 254 males and 254 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 284 literate and 224 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 197 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saramuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 508 | 254 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 197 | 99 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 172 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 224 | 82 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Saramuli
Saramuli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Badagan | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Pangama | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Negeti | East | 1.78 km |
| Pakalmaha, | North-East | 1.82 km |
| Dhusarigan | North | 4.03 km |
| Shikabadi | North-East | 4.13 km |
| Putudumaha | East | 5.91 km |
| Gadapur | East | 6.62 km |
| Kalingi | North-East | 6.68 km |
| Pasa | North-East | 8.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saramuli
Saramuli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muniguda, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.0 km.
| 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 Digapahandi to Saramuli is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Saramuli is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saramuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saramuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Saramuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saramuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saramuli
Where is Saramuli located?
Saramuli village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saramuli?
Saramuli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Saramuli?
The pincode of Saramuli is 762021.
What is the population of Saramuli?
Saramuli has a total population of 508, including 254 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Saramuli?
There are 117 households in Saramuli.
What is the literacy rate in Saramuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saramuli is 55.91%. Male literacy is 67.72% and female literacy is 44.09%.