Srikerenda - Gop, Puri
Srikerenda is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Andhra Ichhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srikerenda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srikerenda is 409430. The village covers a total geographical area of 101 hectares and falls under the 752110 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Srikerenda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nimapara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Srikerenda
According to the 2011 Census, Srikerenda village had a total population of 460 people, including 240 males and 220 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.72%, with male literacy at 95.09% and female literacy at 83.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 460 | 240 | 220 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 384 | 213 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 27 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Srikerenda
Srikerenda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Siso | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Andhraichhapur | North | 1.35 km |
| Galadari | South | 1.51 km |
| Adhena | West | 1.68 km |
| Ganeswarpur | East | 1.74 km |
| Gunia | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Tilipadagarh | South-East | 2.03 km |
| Lunahar | South | 2.28 km |
| Khandasahi | West | 2.55 km |
| Kosalada | South-East | 2.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srikerenda
Srikerenda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Nimapada to Srikerenda is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Srikerenda is about 35 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 Srikerenda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srikerenda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Srikerenda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srikerenda 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 Srikerenda
Where is Srikerenda located?
Srikerenda village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Srikerenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Srikerenda is Andhra Ichhapur.
What is the pincode of Srikerenda?
The pincode of Srikerenda is 752110.
What is the population of Srikerenda?
Srikerenda had a total population of 460, including 240 males and 220 females.
How many households are there in Srikerenda?
Srikerenda had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srikerenda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srikerenda was 89.72%. Male literacy was 95.09% and female literacy was 83.82%.