Saripada - Bangiriposi, Mayurbhanj
Saripada is a village situated in the Bangiriposi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bangiriposi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Nischinta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saripada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saripada is 389487. The village covers a total geographical area of 56 hectares and falls under the 757032 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Saripada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Saraskana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saripada
According to the 2011 Census, Saripada village had a total population of 44 people, including 19 males and 25 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,316 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.44%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 55.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 44.
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 | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 44 | 19 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 5 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Saripada
Saripada is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhilidam | South | 0.83 km |
| Chuapani | West | 0.86 km |
| Kalliami | East | 0.92 km |
| Badpatharakham | North-West | 1.45 km |
| Sasadapal | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Sanpatharakham | North | 1.68 km |
| Silpunji | East | 1.72 km |
| Dasisul | West | 2.04 km |
| Shyamsundarpur | South | 2.09 km |
| Asanbani | South | 2.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saripada
Saripada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bangriposi, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.6 km.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Saripada is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Saripada is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saripada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saripada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saripada
Where is Saripada located?
Saripada village is located in Bangiriposi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saripada?
The Gram Panchayat of Saripada is Nischinta.
What is the pincode of Saripada?
The pincode of Saripada is 757032.
What is the population of Saripada?
Saripada had a total population of 44, including 19 males and 25 females.
How many households are there in Saripada?
Saripada had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saripada was 69.44%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 55.00%.