Sananda - Khaira, Balasore
Sananda is a village situated in the Khaira tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Khaira and around 72 km from Baleshwar. Haripur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sananda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sananda is 393614. The village covers a total geographical area of 40 hectares and falls under the 756126 pincode. Soro is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sananda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Simulia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sananda
According to the 2011 Census, Sananda village had a total population of 336 people, including 173 males and 163 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.46%, with male literacy at 96.58% and female literacy at 82.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 336 | 173 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 27 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 32 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Sananda
Sananda 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 Sananda
Sananda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Soro to Sananda is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sananda is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sananda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sananda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sananda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sananda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sananda
Where is Sananda located?
Sananda village is located in Khaira Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sananda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sananda is Haripur.
What is the pincode of Sananda?
The pincode of Sananda is 756126.
What is the population of Sananda?
Sananda had a total population of 336, including 173 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Sananda?
Sananda had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sananda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sananda was 89.46%. Male literacy was 96.58% and female literacy was 82.43%.