Sariapali - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Sariapali is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Badapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sariapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sariapali is 430624. The village covers a total geographical area of 142 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sariapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sariapali
According to the 2011 Census, Sariapali village had a total population of 188 people, including 82 males and 106 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,293 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.07%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 17.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 34, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 188 | 82 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 12 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 13 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 67 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 45 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 37 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Sariapali
Sariapali 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 Sariapali
Sariapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Sariapali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Sariapali is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sariapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sariapali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sariapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sariapali 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 Sariapali
Where is Sariapali located?
Sariapali village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sariapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sariapali is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Sariapali?
The pincode of Sariapali is 764052.
What is the population of Sariapali?
Sariapali had a total population of 188, including 82 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Sariapali?
Sariapali had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sariapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sariapali was 39.07%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 17.28%.