Sareju - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sareju is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Greenbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sareju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sareju is 417428. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Sareju 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 Sareju
According to the 2011 Census, Sareju village had a total population of 166 people, including 68 males and 98 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,441 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.58%, with male literacy at 67.27% and female literacy at 50.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 166 | 68 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 67 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 31 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Sareju
Sareju 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 Sareju
Public transport in the Sareju 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Sareju is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sareju is about 136 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sareju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sareju 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sareju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sareju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sareju
Where is Sareju located?
Sareju village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sareju?
The Gram Panchayat of Sareju is Greenbadi.
What is the pincode of Sareju?
The pincode of Sareju is 762104.
What is the population of Sareju?
Sareju had a total population of 166, including 68 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Sareju?
Sareju had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sareju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sareju was 57.58%. Male literacy was 67.27% and female literacy was 50.65%.