Saragchainda - Saraskana, Mayurbhanj
Saragchainda is a village situated in the Saraskana tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from Jharpokharia and around 45 km from Baripada. Silphodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saragchainda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saragchainda is 387865. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 757081 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Saragchainda 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 Saragchainda
According to the 2011 Census, Saragchainda village had a total population of 240 people, including 125 males and 115 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.22%, with male literacy at 67.59% and female literacy at 48.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 222.
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 | 240 | 125 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 116 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 73 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 52 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Saragchainda
Saragchainda 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 Saragchainda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Saragchainda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Saragchainda is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saragchainda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saragchainda 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 Saragchainda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saragchainda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saragchainda
Where is Saragchainda located?
Saragchainda village is located in Saraskana Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saragchainda?
The Gram Panchayat of Saragchainda is Silphodi.
What is the pincode of Saragchainda?
The pincode of Saragchainda is 757081.
What is the population of Saragchainda?
Saragchainda had a total population of 240, including 125 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Saragchainda?
Saragchainda had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saragchainda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saragchainda was 58.22%. Male literacy was 67.59% and female literacy was 48.57%.