Srambu - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Srambu is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 162 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sartulu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srambu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srambu is 417158. The village covers a total geographical area of 198 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 137 km away.
Srambu 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 Srambu
As per Census 2011, Srambu village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 197 males and 181 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 88 literate and 290 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Srambu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 197 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 304 | 160 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 74 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 123 | 167 |
Nearby Villages of Srambu
Srambu 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 Srambu
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Srambu.
| 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 Rayagada to Srambu is about 137 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Srambu is about 162 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srambu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srambu 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 Srambu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srambu 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 Srambu
Where is Srambu located?
Srambu village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srambu?
The Gram Panchayat of Srambu is Sartulu.
What is the pincode of Srambu?
The pincode of Srambu is 762105.
What is the population of Srambu?
Srambu has a total population of 378, including 197 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Srambu?
There are 76 households in Srambu.
What is the literacy rate in Srambu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srambu is 23.28%. Male literacy is 37.56% and female literacy is 7.73%.