Serapali - Malkangiri
Serapali is a village situated in the Malkangiri tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malkangiri and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Serpalli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Serapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Serapali is 430180. The village covers a total geographical area of 825 hectares and falls under the 764045 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Serapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Serapali
As per Census 2011, Serapali village has a total population of 1,745 people, consisting of 922 males and 823 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 863 literate and 882 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,026 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Serapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,745 | 922 | 823 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 139 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 209 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,026 | 546 | 480 |
| Literate Population | 863 | 556 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 882 | 366 | 516 |
Nearby Villages of Serapali
Serapali 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 Serapali
Serapali 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 >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 Malkangiri to Serapali is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Serapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Serapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Serapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Serapali 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Serapali
Where is Serapali located?
Serapali village is located in Malkangiri Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Serapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Serapali is Serpalli.
What is the pincode of Serapali?
The pincode of Serapali is 764045.
What is the population of Serapali?
Serapali has a total population of 1,745, including 922 males and 823 females.
How many households are there in Serapali?
There are 383 households in Serapali.
What is the literacy rate in Serapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Serapali is 49.46%. Male literacy is 60.30% and female literacy is 37.30%.