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
As per Census 2011, Serekesoru village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 54 males and 53 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serekesoru are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 107, including 54 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Serekesoru?
There are 28 households in Serekesoru.
What is the literacy rate in Serekesoru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serekesoru is 59.81%. Male literacy is 83.33% and female literacy is 35.85%.