Saraspada - Kusumi, Mayurbhanj
Saraspada is a village situated in the Kusumi tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Badampahar and around 106 km from Baripada. Aharbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraspada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraspada is 388316. The village covers a total geographical area of 146 hectares and falls under the 757050 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Saraspada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraspada
As per Census 2011, Saraspada village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 215 males and 207 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 239 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraspada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 215 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 84 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 239 | 151 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 64 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Saraspada
Saraspada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Angarapada | West | 1.47 km |
| Dighia | South | 1.68 km |
| Tinaposi | East | 1.84 km |
| Teleighutu | North | 1.91 km |
| Rahadibeda | South-West | 2.06 km |
| Aharbandh | North | 2.72 km |
| Kherna | North-West | 2.87 km |
| Talakpokhari | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Sanjaidhanposi | South | 3.07 km |
| Badjaidhanposi | South-East | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraspada
Public transport in the Saraspada is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Badampahar, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.3 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Saraspada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Saraspada is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraspada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraspada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Saraspada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraspada 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saraspada
Where is Saraspada located?
Saraspada village is located in Kusumi Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraspada?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraspada is Aharbandh.
What is the pincode of Saraspada?
The pincode of Saraspada is 757050.
What is the population of Saraspada?
Saraspada has a total population of 422, including 215 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Saraspada?
There are 104 households in Saraspada.
What is the literacy rate in Saraspada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraspada is 56.64%. Male literacy is 70.23% and female literacy is 42.51%.