Sarda - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Sarda is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Sarda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarda is 381970. The village covers a total geographical area of 230 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Sarda 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 Sarda
As per Census 2011, Sarda village has a total population of 518 people, consisting of 248 males and 270 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 310 literate and 208 illiterate residents. Additionally, 55 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 382 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 518 | 248 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 29 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 382 | 183 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 310 | 178 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 208 | 70 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Sarda
Sarda 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 Sarda
Public transport in the Sarda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Sarda is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Sarda is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarda
Where is Sarda located?
Sarda village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarda?
Sarda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarda?
The pincode of Sarda is 768107.
What is the population of Sarda?
Sarda has a total population of 518, including 248 males and 270 females.
How many households are there in Sarda?
There are 142 households in Sarda.
What is the literacy rate in Sarda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarda is 59.85%. Male literacy is 71.77% and female literacy is 48.89%.