Sareikela - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Sareikela is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 255 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Bhutuda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sareikela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sareikela is 384962. The village covers a total geographical area of 1164 hectares and falls under the 770041 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 105 km away.
Sareikela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sareikela
According to the 2011 Census, Sareikela village had a total population of 342 people, including 179 males and 163 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 911 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.52%, with male literacy at 25.20% and female literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 342.
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 | 342 | 179 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 52 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 342 | 179 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 32 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 147 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Sareikela
Sareikela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chada | North | 1.66 km |
| Raisuan | North-East | 2.47 km |
| Tilkuda | South-East | 2.78 km |
| Uskuda | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Batagaon | North-East | 4.96 km |
| Ranta | North-West | 5.07 km |
| Bhutuda | North-West | 5.24 km |
| Lasi | North | 5.26 km |
| Sasa | South | 7.31 km |
| Jodibahal | South-West | 7.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sareikela
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sareikela. The nearest railway station is Barsuan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| 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 Raurkela to Sareikela is about 105 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sareikela is about 255 km, with the usual travel time around ~7.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sareikela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sareikela 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 Sareikela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sareikela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sareikela
Where is Sareikela located?
Sareikela village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sareikela?
The Gram Panchayat of Sareikela is Bhutuda.
What is the pincode of Sareikela?
The pincode of Sareikela is 770041.
What is the population of Sareikela?
Sareikela had a total population of 342, including 179 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Sareikela?
Sareikela had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sareikela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sareikela was 22.52%. Male literacy was 25.20% and female literacy was 20.00%.