Saraphgada - Lephripara, Sundargarh
Saraphgada is a village situated in the Lephripara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lephripara and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sarafgarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saraphgada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saraphgada is 383646. The village covers a total geographical area of 433 hectares and falls under the 770012 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Saraphgada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saraphgada
As per Census 2011, Saraphgada village has a total population of 1,078 people, consisting of 535 males and 543 females. The village has 290 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 132 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 581 literate and 497 illiterate residents. Additionally, 98 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 576 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Saraphgada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,078 | 535 | 543 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 132 | 70 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 98 | 51 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 576 | 282 | 294 |
| Literate Population | 581 | 340 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 497 | 195 | 302 |
Nearby Villages of Saraphgada
Saraphgada 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Deuldihi | South | 1.10 km |
| Kaniaghati | West | 1.40 km |
| Luthurkend | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Bhedibahal | North-West | 2.12 km |
| Bardihi | South | 2.31 km |
| Masabira | North-East | 3.13 km |
| Karanjkhol | West | 3.22 km |
| Bichhuabahal | South | 3.26 km |
| Dumabahal | South | 3.33 km |
| Sipukachhar | South-West | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saraphgada
Saraphgada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hemagiri, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sundargarh to Saraphgada is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saraphgada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saraphgada 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 Saraphgada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saraphgada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Saraphgada
Where is Saraphgada located?
Saraphgada village is located in Lephripara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saraphgada?
The Gram Panchayat of Saraphgada is Sarafgarh.
What is the pincode of Saraphgada?
The pincode of Saraphgada is 770012.
What is the population of Saraphgada?
Saraphgada has a total population of 1,078, including 535 males and 543 females.
How many households are there in Saraphgada?
There are 290 households in Saraphgada.
What is the literacy rate in Saraphgada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saraphgada is 53.90%. Male literacy is 63.55% and female literacy is 44.38%.