Sanjhankarpali - Patnagarh, Balangir
Sanjhankarpali is a village situated in the Patnagarh tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Patnagarh and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Bhainsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanjhankarpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanjhankarpali is 420661. The village covers a total geographical area of 289 hectares and falls under the 767025 pincode. Patnagarh is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sanjhankarpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patnagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanjhankarpali
According to the 2011 Census, Sanjhankarpali village had a total population of 793 people, including 394 males and 399 females, living in 177 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.90%, with male literacy at 70.35% and female literacy at 51.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 257.
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 | 793 | 394 | 399 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 50 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 125 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 419 | 242 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 152 | 222 |
Nearby Villages of Sanjhankarpali
Sanjhankarpali 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 Sanjhankarpali
Sanjhankarpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Patnagarh to Sanjhankarpali is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Sanjhankarpali is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanjhankarpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanjhankarpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sanjhankarpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanjhankarpali 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 Sanjhankarpali
Where is Sanjhankarpali located?
Sanjhankarpali village is located in Patnagarh Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sanjhankarpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanjhankarpali is Bhainsa.
What is the pincode of Sanjhankarpali?
The pincode of Sanjhankarpali is 767025.
What is the population of Sanjhankarpali?
Sanjhankarpali had a total population of 793, including 394 males and 399 females.
How many households are there in Sanjhankarpali?
Sanjhankarpali had 177 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanjhankarpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanjhankarpali was 60.90%. Male literacy was 70.35% and female literacy was 51.45%.