Saranai - Banapur, Khordha
Saranai is a village situated in the Banapur tehsil of Khordha district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Balugaon and around 78 km from Khordha . Nandapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saranai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saranai is 408255. The village covers a total geographical area of 37 hectares and falls under the 752030 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Saranai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chilika Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saranai
According to the 2011 Census, Saranai village had a total population of 580 people, including 311 males and 269 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.60%, with male literacy at 92.94% and female literacy at 72.73%.
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 | 580 | 311 | 269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 250 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 61 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Saranai
Saranai 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 Saranai
Public transport in the Saranai is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Saranai is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khordha to Saranai is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saranai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saranai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saranai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saranai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Saranai
Where is Saranai located?
Saranai village is located in Banapur Tehsil, Khordha district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saranai?
The Gram Panchayat of Saranai is Nandapur.
What is the pincode of Saranai?
The pincode of Saranai is 752030.
What is the population of Saranai?
Saranai had a total population of 580, including 311 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Saranai?
Saranai had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saranai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saranai was 83.60%. Male literacy was 92.94% and female literacy was 72.73%.