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
According to the 2011 Census, Sarteli village had a total population of 167 people, including 90 males and 77 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.78%, with male literacy at 36.36% and female literacy at 14.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 167, including 90 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Sarteli?
Sarteli had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarteli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarteli was 25.78%. Male literacy was 36.36% and female literacy was 14.52%.