Sarapal - Rairakhol, Sambalpur
Sarapal is a village situated in the Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Charamal and around 80 km from Sambalpur. Bansajal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarapal is 382372. The village covers a total geographical area of 420 hectares and falls under the 768105 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sarapal 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 Sarapal
As per Census 2011, Sarapal village has a total population of 288 people, consisting of 141 males and 147 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 114 illiterate residents. Additionally, 73 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 59 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 288 | 141 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 27 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 30 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 102 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 39 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Sarapal
Sarapal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Helei | North-East | 1.68 km |
| Bhadidara | West | 2.13 km |
| Musakata | North-West | 2.18 km |
| Gadakhol | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Chudapudug | South-West | 2.47 km |
| Telsingh | South | 2.73 km |
| Badmal (badmal Ratna) | East | 3.83 km |
| Kuilipadar | West | 3.96 km |
| Kusapali | South | 3.99 km |
| Rangamatia | South-West | 4.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sarapal
Sarapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.6 km.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Sarapal is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Sarapal is about 80 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 Sarapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarapal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sarapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarapal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sarapal
Where is Sarapal located?
Sarapal village is located in Rairakhol Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarapal is Bansajal.
What is the pincode of Sarapal?
The pincode of Sarapal is 768105.
What is the population of Sarapal?
Sarapal has a total population of 288, including 141 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Sarapal?
There are 77 households in Sarapal.
What is the literacy rate in Sarapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarapal is 60.42%. Male literacy is 72.34% and female literacy is 48.98%.