Sartaguda - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Sartaguda is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Burbinaju serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sartaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sartaguda is 415987. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 762112 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sartaguda 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 Sartaguda
As per Census 2011, Sartaguda village has a total population of 946 people, consisting of 421 males and 525 females. The village has 251 households and a sex ratio of 1,247 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 508 literate and 438 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 478 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sartaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 946 | 421 | 525 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 63 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 43 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 478 | 220 | 258 |
| Literate Population | 508 | 284 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 438 | 137 | 301 |
Nearby Villages of Sartaguda
Sartaguda 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 Sartaguda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sartaguda. Sartaguda has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Sartaguda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sartaguda is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sartaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sartaguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sartaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sartaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sartaguda
Where is Sartaguda located?
Sartaguda village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sartaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sartaguda is Burbinaju.
What is the pincode of Sartaguda?
The pincode of Sartaguda is 762112.
What is the population of Sartaguda?
Sartaguda has a total population of 946, including 421 males and 525 females.
How many households are there in Sartaguda?
There are 251 households in Sartaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Sartaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sartaguda is 53.70%. Male literacy is 67.46% and female literacy is 42.67%.