Sanasirei - Astaranga, Puri
Sanasirei is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sisua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanasirei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanasirei is 409268. The village covers a total geographical area of 72 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Sanasirei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanasirei
According to the 2011 Census, Sanasirei village had a total population of 457 people, including 238 males and 219 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.34%, with male literacy at 91.12% and female literacy at 68.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 23.
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 | 457 | 238 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 195 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 43 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Sanasirei
Sanasirei 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 Sanasirei
Sanasirei 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 Konark to Sanasirei is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Sanasirei is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanasirei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanasirei 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sanasirei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanasirei 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 Sanasirei
Where is Sanasirei located?
Sanasirei village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanasirei?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanasirei is Sisua.
What is the pincode of Sanasirei?
The pincode of Sanasirei is 752109.
What is the population of Sanasirei?
Sanasirei had a total population of 457, including 238 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Sanasirei?
Sanasirei had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanasirei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanasirei was 80.34%. Male literacy was 91.12% and female literacy was 68.39%.