Sakara Baju - Gudari, Rayagada
Sakara Baju is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kadama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakara Baju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakara Baju is 426868. The village covers a total geographical area of 739 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Sakara Baju 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 Sakara Baju
According to the 2011 Census, Sakara Baju village had a total population of 316 people, including 142 males and 174 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,225 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.90%, with male literacy at 57.80% and female literacy at 13.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 300.
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 | 316 | 142 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 300 | 134 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 63 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 236 | 79 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Sakara Baju
Sakara Baju 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 Sakara Baju
Sakara Baju is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Rayagada to Sakara Baju is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sakara Baju is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakara Baju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakara Baju 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 Sakara Baju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakara Baju 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 Sakara Baju
Where is Sakara Baju located?
Sakara Baju village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakara Baju?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakara Baju is Kadama.
What is the pincode of Sakara Baju?
The pincode of Sakara Baju is 765026.
What is the population of Sakara Baju?
Sakara Baju had a total population of 316, including 142 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Sakara Baju?
Sakara Baju had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakara Baju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakara Baju was 33.90%. Male literacy was 57.80% and female literacy was 13.39%.