Sankhabhanga - Jaleswar, Balasore
Sankhabhanga is a village situated in the Jaleswar tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 32 km from Raibania and around 70 km from Baleshwar. Saradarbandh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhabhanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhabhanga is 391347. The village covers a total geographical area of 49 hectares and falls under the 756033 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sankhabhanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaleswar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhabhanga
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhabhanga village had a total population of 287 people, including 148 males and 139 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.07%, with male literacy at 78.05% and female literacy at 43.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 201.
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 | 287 | 148 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 201 | 99 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 96 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 52 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhabhanga
Sankhabhanga 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 Sankhabhanga
Sankhabhanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sankhabhanga is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sankhabhanga is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhabhanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhabhanga 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 Sankhabhanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhabhanga 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 Sankhabhanga
Where is Sankhabhanga located?
Sankhabhanga village is located in Jaleswar Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankhabhanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhabhanga is Saradarbandh.
What is the pincode of Sankhabhanga?
The pincode of Sankhabhanga is 756033.
What is the population of Sankhabhanga?
Sankhabhanga had a total population of 287, including 148 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Sankhabhanga?
Sankhabhanga had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhabhanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhabhanga was 61.07%. Male literacy was 78.05% and female literacy was 43.80%.