Saraparu - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Saraparu is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Jaguguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraparu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraparu is 428709. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Saraparu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraparu
According to the 2011 Census, Saraparu village had a total population of 103 people, including 50 males and 53 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.32%, with male literacy at 30.77% and female literacy at 21.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 101.
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 | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 11 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 38 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Saraparu
Saraparu 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 Saraparu
Public transport in the Saraparu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Saraparu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Saraparu is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Saraparu is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraparu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraparu 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 Saraparu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraparu 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 Saraparu
Where is Saraparu located?
Saraparu village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraparu?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraparu is Jaguguda.
What is the pincode of Saraparu?
The pincode of Saraparu is 764027.
What is the population of Saraparu?
Saraparu had a total population of 103, including 50 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Saraparu?
Saraparu had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saraparu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraparu was 26.32%. Male literacy was 30.77% and female literacy was 21.62%.