Sarikima - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Sarikima is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 47 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sarikima village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarikima is 425077. The village covers a total geographical area of 329 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sarikima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarikima
According to the 2011 Census, Sarikima village had a total population of 138 people, including 60 males and 78 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,300 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.54%, with male literacy at 84.44% and female literacy at 61.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 138 | 60 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 60 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 22 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Sarikima
Sarikima 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 Sarikima
Sarikima 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 Gudari to Sarikima is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sarikima is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarikima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarikima 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 Sarikima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarikima 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarikima
Where is Sarikima located?
Sarikima village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarikima?
Sarikima is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarikima?
The pincode of Sarikima is 765020.
What is the population of Sarikima?
Sarikima had a total population of 138, including 60 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Sarikima?
Sarikima had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarikima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarikima was 70.54%. Male literacy was 84.44% and female literacy was 61.19%.