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
As per Census 2011, Sankhamedi village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 258 males and 228 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 148 literate and 338 illiterate residents. Additionally, 381 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankhamedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 258 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 381 | 199 | 182 |
| 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 has a total population of 486, including 258 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Sankhamedi?
There are 98 households in Sankhamedi.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhamedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhamedi is 30.45%. Male literacy is 36.82% and female literacy is 23.25%.