Sartulu - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Sartulu is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 147 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sartulu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sartulu is 417149. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 128 km away.
Sartulu 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 Sartulu
As per Census 2011, Sartulu village has a total population of 340 people, consisting of 165 males and 175 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 114 literate and 226 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 202 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sartulu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 165 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 202 | 101 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 114 | 74 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 91 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Sartulu
Sartulu 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 Sartulu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sartulu.
| 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 Rayagada to Sartulu is about 128 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sartulu is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sartulu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sartulu 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 Sartulu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sartulu 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 Sartulu
Where is Sartulu located?
Sartulu village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sartulu?
Sartulu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sartulu?
The pincode of Sartulu is 762105.
What is the population of Sartulu?
Sartulu has a total population of 340, including 165 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Sartulu?
There are 80 households in Sartulu.
What is the literacy rate in Sartulu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sartulu is 33.53%. Male literacy is 44.85% and female literacy is 22.86%.