Sagara - Bamara, Sambalpur
Sagara is a village situated in the Bamara tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Govindpur and around 102 km from Sambalpur. Sagara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sagara is 381288. The village covers a total geographical area of 635 hectares and falls under the 768224 pincode. Rajagangapur is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sagara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sagara
As per Census 2011, Sagara village has a total population of 1,922 people, consisting of 921 males and 1,001 females. The village has 451 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 222 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,092 literate and 830 illiterate residents. Additionally, 307 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,103 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sagara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,922 | 921 | 1,001 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 107 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 141 | 166 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,103 | 531 | 572 |
| Literate Population | 1,092 | 603 | 489 |
| Illiterate Population | 830 | 318 | 512 |
Nearby Villages of Sagara
Sagara 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 Sagara
Sagara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. Sagara has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajagangapur to Sagara is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Sagara 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 Sagara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sagara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sagara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sagara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sagara
Where is Sagara located?
Sagara village is located in Bamara Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sagara?
Sagara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sagara?
The pincode of Sagara is 768224.
What is the population of Sagara?
Sagara has a total population of 1,922, including 921 males and 1,001 females.
How many households are there in Sagara?
There are 451 households in Sagara.
What is the literacy rate in Sagara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sagara is 56.82%. Male literacy is 65.47% and female literacy is 48.85%.