Serekesoru - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Serekesoru is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from Phulabani and around 28 km from Phulbani. Sudrukumpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serekesoru village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serekesoru is 415376. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Serekesoru 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 Serekesoru
According to the 2011 Census, Serekesoru village had a total population of 107 people, including 54 males and 53 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.09%, with male literacy at 97.83% and female literacy at 39.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 43, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 45 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 9 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Serekesoru
Serekesoru 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 Serekesoru
Serekesoru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Phulabani to Serekesoru is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Serekesoru is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serekesoru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serekesoru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Serekesoru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serekesoru 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Serekesoru
Where is Serekesoru located?
Serekesoru village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serekesoru?
The Gram Panchayat of Serekesoru is Sudrukumpa.
What is the pincode of Serekesoru?
The pincode of Serekesoru is 762002.
What is the population of Serekesoru?
Serekesoru had a total population of 107, including 54 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Serekesoru?
Serekesoru had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Serekesoru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serekesoru was 68.09%. Male literacy was 97.83% and female literacy was 39.58%.