Sankhamedi - Bhograi, Balasore
Sankhamedi is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Bhograi and around 80 km from Baleshwar. Deula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhamedi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhamedi is 391823. The village covers a total geographical area of 18 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Sankhamedi 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 Sankhamedi
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhamedi village had a total population of 486 people, including 258 males and 228 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 884 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.42%, with male literacy at 42.41% and female literacy at 25.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 381.
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 | 486 | 258 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 199 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 95 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 338 | 163 | 175 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhamedi
Sankhamedi 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 Sankhamedi
Sankhamedi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Jaleswar to Sankhamedi is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sankhamedi is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhamedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhamedi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankhamedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhamedi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankhamedi
Where is Sankhamedi located?
Sankhamedi village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhamedi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhamedi is Deula.
What is the pincode of Sankhamedi?
The pincode of Sankhamedi is 756036.
What is the population of Sankhamedi?
Sankhamedi had a total population of 486, including 258 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Sankhamedi?
Sankhamedi had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhamedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhamedi was 34.42%. Male literacy was 42.41% and female literacy was 25.73%.