Saripada - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Saripada is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badfeni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saripada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saripada is 390855. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Udala is the nearest town, located about 18 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 Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saripada
As per Census 2011, Saripada village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 76 males and 85 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 46 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saripada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 76 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 50 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 12 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Saripada
Saripada 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 Saripada
Saripada 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 Udala to Saripada is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Saripada is about 26 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Saripada
Where is Saripada located?
Saripada village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saripada?
The Gram Panchayat of Saripada is Badfeni.
What is the pincode of Saripada?
The pincode of Saripada is 757019.
What is the population of Saripada?
Saripada has a total population of 161, including 76 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Saripada?
There are 41 households in Saripada.
What is the literacy rate in Saripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saripada is 71.43%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 60.00%.