Sarapali - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Sarapali is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naktideul and around 103 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Sarapali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarapali is 382516. The village covers a total geographical area of 674 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Sarapali 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 Sarapali
As per Census 2011, Sarapali village has a total population of 3,273 people, consisting of 1,587 males and 1,686 females. The village has 788 households and a sex ratio of 1,062 females per 1,000 males. There are 410 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,024 literate and 1,249 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 486 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarapali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,273 | 1,587 | 1,686 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 229 | 181 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 336 | 347 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 486 | 236 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 2,024 | 1,077 | 947 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,249 | 510 | 739 |
Nearby Villages of Sarapali
Sarapali is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Putulia | South-West | 0.82 km |
| Balangir | South-West | 1.80 km |
| Panduakhol | North | 1.87 km |
| Domohanipal | South | 1.96 km |
| Gaudpara | East | 2.39 km |
| Pendrakhol | North | 2.61 km |
| Naktideul | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Uparmunda | North-West | 2.68 km |
| Dharuapal | West | 2.82 km |
| Podakhol | North-West | 2.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarapali
Sarapali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamur, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Sarapali is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Sarapali is about 103 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 Sarapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarapali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sarapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarapali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sarapali
Where is Sarapali located?
Sarapali village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarapali?
Sarapali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sarapali?
The pincode of Sarapali is 768106.
What is the population of Sarapali?
Sarapali has a total population of 3,273, including 1,587 males and 1,686 females.
How many households are there in Sarapali?
There are 788 households in Sarapali.
What is the literacy rate in Sarapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarapali is 61.84%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 56.17%.