Sekaram - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Sekaram is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Langalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sekaram village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekaram is 428689. The village covers a total geographical area of 167 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sekaram 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 Sekaram
According to the 2011 Census, Sekaram village had a total population of 319 people, including 150 males and 169 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 14.11%, with male literacy at 23.73% and female literacy at 4.88%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 319.
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 | 319 | 150 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 32 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 319 | 150 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 28 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 122 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Sekaram
Sekaram 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 Sekaram
Sekaram is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sunabeda to Sekaram is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sekaram is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sekaram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sekaram 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 Sekaram
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sekaram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sekaram
Where is Sekaram located?
Sekaram village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sekaram?
The Gram Panchayat of Sekaram is Langalapada.
What is the pincode of Sekaram?
The pincode of Sekaram is 764014.
What is the population of Sekaram?
Sekaram had a total population of 319, including 150 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Sekaram?
Sekaram had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sekaram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekaram was 14.11%. Male literacy was 23.73% and female literacy was 4.88%.