Sainkona - Balasore
Sainkona is a village situated in the Balasore tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Chandipur and around 10 km from Baleshwar. Padampur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sainkona village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sainkona is 392925. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 756021 pincode. Baleshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sainkona village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Remuna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sainkona
According to the 2011 Census, Sainkona village had a total population of 327 people, including 172 males and 155 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.85%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 93.28%.
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 | 327 | 172 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 152 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 20 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Sainkona
Sainkona 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 Sainkona
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sainkona.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baleshwar to Sainkona is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sainkona is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sainkona
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sainkona 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sainkona
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sainkona 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 Sainkona
Where is Sainkona located?
Sainkona village is located in Balasore Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sainkona?
The Gram Panchayat of Sainkona is Padampur.
What is the pincode of Sainkona?
The pincode of Sainkona is 756021.
What is the population of Sainkona?
Sainkona had a total population of 327, including 172 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Sainkona?
Sainkona had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sainkona?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sainkona was 96.85%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 93.28%.