Saradamaha - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Saradamaha is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gardingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saradamaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saradamaha is 415940. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 762112 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Saradamaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saradamaha
According to the 2011 Census, Saradamaha village had a total population of 139 people, including 67 males and 72 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.53%, with male literacy at 76.92% and female literacy at 46.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 139 | 67 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 3 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 49 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 40 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 27 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Saradamaha
Saradamaha 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 Saradamaha
Public transport in the Saradamaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Saradamaha has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Saradamaha is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Saradamaha is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saradamaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saradamaha 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saradamaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saradamaha 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 Saradamaha
Where is Saradamaha located?
Saradamaha village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saradamaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Saradamaha is Gardingia.
What is the pincode of Saradamaha?
The pincode of Saradamaha is 762112.
What is the population of Saradamaha?
Saradamaha had a total population of 139, including 67 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Saradamaha?
Saradamaha had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saradamaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saradamaha was 60.53%. Male literacy was 76.92% and female literacy was 46.77%.