Sakireu (Sakereu) - Pottangi, Koraput
Sakireu (Sakereu) is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Gangarajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakireu (Sakereu) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakireu (Sakereu) is 430036. The village covers a total geographical area of 77 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sakireu (Sakereu) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sakireu (Sakereu)
According to the 2011 Census, Sakireu (Sakereu) village had a total population of 354 people, including 175 males and 179 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.33%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 36.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 354 | 175 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 34 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 123 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 94 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 81 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Sakireu (Sakereu)
Sakireu (Sakereu) 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 Sakireu (Sakereu)
Sakireu (Sakereu) 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Sakireu (Sakereu) is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sakireu (Sakereu) is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakireu (Sakereu)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakireu (Sakereu) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sakireu (Sakereu)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakireu (Sakereu) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sakireu (Sakereu)
Where is Sakireu (Sakereu) located?
Sakireu (Sakereu) village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sakireu (Sakereu)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakireu (Sakereu) is Gangarajpur.
What is the pincode of Sakireu (Sakereu)?
The pincode of Sakireu (Sakereu) is 764039.
What is the population of Sakireu (Sakereu)?
Sakireu (Sakereu) had a total population of 354, including 175 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Sakireu (Sakereu)?
Sakireu (Sakereu) had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakireu (Sakereu)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakireu (Sakereu) was 50.33%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 36.02%.