Sarangajharia - Hemgir, Sundargarh
Sarangajharia is a village situated in the Hemgir tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hemgir and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sumura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sarangajharia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarangajharia is 383486. The village covers a total geographical area of 506 hectares and falls under the 770076 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Sarangajharia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sundargarh Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sarangajharia
According to the 2011 Census, Sarangajharia village had a total population of 425 people, including 211 males and 214 females, living in 110 households. The sex ratio was 1,014 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.78%, with male literacy at 77.05% and female literacy at 62.43%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 425 | 211 | 214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 28 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 71 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 141 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 70 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Sarangajharia
Sarangajharia 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 Sarangajharia
Sarangajharia is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sundargarh to Sarangajharia is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sarangajharia is about 59 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 Sarangajharia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarangajharia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarangajharia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarangajharia 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sarangajharia
Where is Sarangajharia located?
Sarangajharia village is located in Hemgir Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sarangajharia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sarangajharia is Sumura.
What is the pincode of Sarangajharia?
The pincode of Sarangajharia is 770076.
What is the population of Sarangajharia?
Sarangajharia had a total population of 425, including 211 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Sarangajharia?
Sarangajharia had 110 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarangajharia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarangajharia was 69.78%. Male literacy was 77.05% and female literacy was 62.43%.