Sarumaha - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sarumaha is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 143 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Partamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarumaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarumaha is 417422. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Sarumaha 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 Sarumaha
As per Census 2011, Sarumaha village has a total population of 203 people, consisting of 97 males and 106 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 1,092 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarumaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 203 | 97 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 94 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 36 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 61 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Sarumaha
Sarumaha 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 Sarumaha
Public transport in the Sarumaha 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 Surada to Sarumaha is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sarumaha is about 143 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarumaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarumaha 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 Sarumaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarumaha 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarumaha
Where is Sarumaha located?
Sarumaha village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarumaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarumaha is Partamaha.
What is the pincode of Sarumaha?
The pincode of Sarumaha is 762104.
What is the population of Sarumaha?
Sarumaha has a total population of 203, including 97 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Sarumaha?
There are 45 households in Sarumaha.
What is the literacy rate in Sarumaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarumaha is 28.57%. Male literacy is 37.11% and female literacy is 20.75%.