Sapabania - Nilagiri, Balasore
Sapabania is a village situated in the Nilagiri tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from Berhampur and around 65 km from Baleshwar. Garadihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sapabania village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sapabania is 393316. The village covers a total geographical area of 43 hectares and falls under the 756041 pincode. Nilagiri is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sapabania village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nilgiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sapabania
According to the 2011 Census, Sapabania village had a total population of 326 people, including 160 males and 166 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.85%, with male literacy at 63.57% and female literacy at 41.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 323.
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 | 326 | 160 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 159 | 164 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 82 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 78 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Sapabania
Sapabania 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 Sapabania
Sapabania is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sapabania.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nilagiri to Sapabania is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Sapabania is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sapabania
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sapabania 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 Sapabania
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sapabania 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sapabania
Where is Sapabania located?
Sapabania village is located in Nilagiri Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sapabania?
The Gram Panchayat of Sapabania is Garadihi.
What is the pincode of Sapabania?
The pincode of Sapabania is 756041.
What is the population of Sapabania?
Sapabania had a total population of 326, including 160 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Sapabania?
Sapabania had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sapabania?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sapabania was 51.85%. Male literacy was 63.57% and female literacy was 41.13%.