Seketasala - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Seketasala is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Bandhamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seketasala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seketasala is 406942. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Seketasala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seketasala
According to the 2011 Census, Seketasala village had a total population of 21 people, including 8 males and 13 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,625 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 26.32%, with male literacy at 33.33% and female literacy at 23.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 6 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Seketasala
Seketasala 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 Seketasala
Seketasala 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Seketasala is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Seketasala is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seketasala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seketasala 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Seketasala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seketasala 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 Seketasala
Where is Seketasala located?
Seketasala village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Seketasala?
The Gram Panchayat of Seketasala is Bandhamunda.
What is the pincode of Seketasala?
The pincode of Seketasala is 752026.
What is the population of Seketasala?
Seketasala had a total population of 21, including 8 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Seketasala?
Seketasala had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seketasala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seketasala was 26.32%. Male literacy was 33.33% and female literacy was 23.08%.