Sarasaposi - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Sarasaposi is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badadeuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarasaposi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarasaposi is 388852. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 757037 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sarasaposi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarasaposi
According to the 2011 Census, Sarasaposi village had a total population of 532 people, including 284 males and 248 females, living in 124 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.87%, with male literacy at 65.47% and female literacy at 45.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 329.
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 | 532 | 284 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 61 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 329 | 178 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 146 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 294 | 138 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Sarasaposi
Sarasaposi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanadeuli | South-West | 1.22 km |
| Andarjhari | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Hatidandi | North | 1.58 km |
| Jhaddumuria | North-East | 2.38 km |
| Badadeuli | West | 2.91 km |
| Ghadaghagudi | East | 3.22 km |
| Kerkera | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Dihajodi | North-East | 3.50 km |
| Balitota | South-West | 3.61 km |
| Chauthia | North-West | 3.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarasaposi
Sarasaposi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kendujhargarh, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.1 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Sarasaposi is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Sarasaposi is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarasaposi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarasaposi 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarasaposi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarasaposi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sarasaposi
Where is Sarasaposi located?
Sarasaposi village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarasaposi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarasaposi is Badadeuli.
What is the pincode of Sarasaposi?
The pincode of Sarasaposi is 757037.
What is the population of Sarasaposi?
Sarasaposi had a total population of 532, including 284 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Sarasaposi?
Sarasaposi had 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarasaposi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarasaposi was 55.87%. Male literacy was 65.47% and female literacy was 45.32%.