Sandhisara - Tusura, Balangir
Sandhisara is a village situated in the Tusura tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 54 km from Tushura and around 54 km from Balangir. Biramunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhisara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhisara is 420447. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 767030 pincode. Balangir is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Sandhisara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhisara
As per Census 2011, Sandhisara village has a total population of 480 people, consisting of 238 males and 242 females. The village has 120 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 245 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhisara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 238 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 118 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 89 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 149 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 89 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhisara
Sandhisara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Demuhan | North-East | 1.45 km |
| Karlakhaman | South | 1.65 km |
| Biramunda | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Ratakhandi | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Ambadahan | North | 2.51 km |
| Rahenmal | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Lukapara | South-West | 2.71 km |
| Bhuanpada | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Jugimara | South | 2.93 km |
| Barapadar | North-East | 3.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandhisara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sandhisara. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balangir to Sandhisara is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Sandhisara is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhisara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhisara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhisara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhisara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sandhisara
Where is Sandhisara located?
Sandhisara village is located in Tusura Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhisara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhisara is Biramunda.
What is the pincode of Sandhisara?
The pincode of Sandhisara is 767030.
What is the population of Sandhisara?
Sandhisara has a total population of 480, including 238 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Sandhisara?
There are 120 households in Sandhisara.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhisara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhisara is 51.25%. Male literacy is 62.61% and female literacy is 40.08%.