Sambalpur - Dongargaon, Rajnandgaon
Sambalpur is a village situated in the Dongargaon tehsil of Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dongargaon and around 10 km from the district headquarters in Rajnandgaon. Sambalpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sambalpur is 441192. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.71 hectares and falls under the 491661 pincode. Rajnandgaon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sambalpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dongargaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajnandgaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sambalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sambalpur village had a total population of 1,464 people, including 751 males and 713 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.19%, with male literacy at 93.21% and female literacy at 72.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 1,464 | 751 | 713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 88 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 1,069 | 618 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 133 | 262 |
Nearby Villages of Sambalpur
Sambalpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maretha Nawagaon | West | 1.50 km |
| Bhothli | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Karamtara | South-West | 2.38 km |
| Kutulbod Bhatagaon | South | 2.76 km |
| Bankal | North | 3.20 km |
| Chamarray Tolagaon | North-West | 3.55 km |
| Mokhli | West | 3.72 km |
| Chhuikhadan | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Sirrabhata | South | 4.38 km |
| Paneka | North | 4.66 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sambalpur
Sambalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Raj Nandgaon, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajnandgaon to Sambalpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sambalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sambalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sambalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sambalpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sambalpur
Where is Sambalpur located?
Sambalpur village is located in Dongargaon Tehsil, Rajnandgaon district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sambalpur?
Sambalpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sambalpur?
The pincode of Sambalpur is 491661.
What is the population of Sambalpur?
Sambalpur had a total population of 1,464, including 751 males and 713 females.
How many households are there in Sambalpur?
Sambalpur had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sambalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sambalpur was 83.19%. Male literacy was 93.21% and female literacy was 72.51%.