Sarapas - Kashipur, Rayagada
Sarapas is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siripai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarapas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarapas is 425922. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Sarapas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarapas
According to the 2011 Census, Sarapas village had a total population of 113 people, including 58 males and 55 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 17.50%, with male literacy at 27.27% and female literacy at 5.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 113.
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 | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 113 | 58 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 12 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 46 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sarapas
Sarapas 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 Sarapas
Public transport in the Sarapas is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sarapas.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Sarapas is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sarapas is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarapas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarapas 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarapas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarapas 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 Sarapas
Where is Sarapas located?
Sarapas village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarapas?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarapas is Siripai.
What is the pincode of Sarapas?
The pincode of Sarapas is 765015.
What is the population of Sarapas?
Sarapas had a total population of 113, including 58 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Sarapas?
Sarapas had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarapas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarapas was 17.50%. Male literacy was 27.27% and female literacy was 5.56%.