Sarteli - Padmapur, Rayagada
Sarteli is a village situated in the Padmapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gulluguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarteli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarteli is 427057. The village covers a total geographical area of 247 hectares and falls under the 765025 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Sarteli 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 Sarteli
As per Census 2011, Sarteli village has a total population of 167 people, consisting of 90 males and 77 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 161 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarteli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 87 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 24 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 66 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Sarteli
Sarteli 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 Sarteli
Sarteli 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 Gunupur to Sarteli is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sarteli is about 100 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 Sarteli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarteli 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 Sarteli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarteli 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 Sarteli
Where is Sarteli located?
Sarteli village is located in Padmapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarteli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarteli is Gulluguda.
What is the pincode of Sarteli?
The pincode of Sarteli is 765025.
What is the population of Sarteli?
Sarteli has a total population of 167, including 90 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Sarteli?
There are 40 households in Sarteli.
What is the literacy rate in Sarteli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarteli is 19.76%. Male literacy is 26.67% and female literacy is 11.69%.