Sraba - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Sraba is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from Phulabani and around 35 km from Phulbani. Sudrukumpa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sraba village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sraba is 415353. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Sraba 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 Sraba
According to the 2011 Census, Sraba village had a total population of 59 people, including 27 males and 32 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,185 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 30.77%, with male literacy at 42.31% and female literacy at 19.23%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 59 | 27 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 1 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 16 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Sraba
Sraba 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 Sraba
Sraba 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 >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 Sraba is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sraba is about 35 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 Sraba
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sraba 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 Sraba
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sraba 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 Sraba
Where is Sraba located?
Sraba village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sraba?
The Gram Panchayat of Sraba is Sudrukumpa.
What is the pincode of Sraba?
The pincode of Sraba is 762002.
What is the population of Sraba?
Sraba had a total population of 59, including 27 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Sraba?
Sraba had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sraba?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sraba was 30.77%. Male literacy was 42.31% and female literacy was 19.23%.