Sarkingia - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Sarkingia is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 51 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 136 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarkingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarkingia is 417125. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Sarkingia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarkingia
According to the 2011 Census, Sarkingia village had a total population of 190 people, including 85 males and 105 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.28%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 28.40%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 190 | 85 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 81 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 45 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 122 | 40 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Sarkingia
Sarkingia 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 Sarkingia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sarkingia.
| 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 Sarkingia is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sarkingia 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 Sarkingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarkingia 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 Sarkingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarkingia 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 Sarkingia
Where is Sarkingia located?
Sarkingia village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sarkingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarkingia is Parigarh.
What is the pincode of Sarkingia?
The pincode of Sarkingia is 762103.
What is the population of Sarkingia?
Sarkingia had a total population of 190, including 85 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Sarkingia?
Sarkingia had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarkingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarkingia was 49.28%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 28.40%.