Sandabha - Bhograi, Balasore
Sandabha is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhograi and around 84 km from Baleshwar. Bajitpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandabha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandabha is 391773. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 756085 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sandabha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandabha
According to the 2011 Census, Sandabha village had a total population of 961 people, including 485 males and 476 females, living in 230 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.65%, with male literacy at 93.53% and female literacy at 77.59%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 961 | 485 | 476 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 45 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 405 | 329 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 80 | 147 |
Nearby Villages of Sandabha
Sandabha 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 Sandabha
Sandabha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Jaleswar to Sandabha is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sandabha is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandabha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandabha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sandabha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandabha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sandabha
Where is Sandabha located?
Sandabha village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandabha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandabha is Bajitpur.
What is the pincode of Sandabha?
The pincode of Sandabha is 756085.
What is the population of Sandabha?
Sandabha had a total population of 961, including 485 males and 476 females.
How many households are there in Sandabha?
Sandabha had 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandabha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandabha was 85.65%. Male literacy was 93.53% and female literacy was 77.59%.