Saradhapur - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Saradhapur is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from Rairakhol and around 82 km from Sambalpur. Similipal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saradhapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saradhapur is 382376. The village covers a total geographical area of 716 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Saradhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saradhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Saradhapur village had a total population of 872 people, including 446 males and 426 females, living in 231 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.37%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 58.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 423.
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 | 872 | 446 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 423 | 205 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 523 | 300 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 349 | 146 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Saradhapur
Saradhapur 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 Saradhapur
Saradhapur 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 Redhakhol to Saradhapur is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Saradhapur is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saradhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saradhapur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Saradhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saradhapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saradhapur
Where is Saradhapur located?
Saradhapur village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saradhapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Saradhapur is Similipal.
What is the pincode of Saradhapur?
The pincode of Saradhapur is 768106.
What is the population of Saradhapur?
Saradhapur had a total population of 872, including 446 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Saradhapur?
Saradhapur had 231 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saradhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saradhapur was 68.37%. Male literacy was 77.92% and female literacy was 58.68%.