Sauntamal - Ambabhona, Bargarh
Sauntamal is a village situated in the Ambabhona tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambabhona and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Dunguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sauntamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sauntamal is 380753. The village covers a total geographical area of 58 hectares and falls under the 768052 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Sauntamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhatli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sauntamal
According to the 2011 Census, Sauntamal village had a total population of 1,470 people, including 758 males and 712 females, living in 335 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.11%, with male literacy at 87.48% and female literacy at 66.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 383, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 347.
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 | 1,470 | 758 | 712 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 206 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 347 | 179 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 1,014 | 594 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 456 | 164 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Sauntamal
Sauntamal 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 Sauntamal
Public transport in the Sauntamal is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bargarh to Sauntamal is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sauntamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sauntamal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sauntamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sauntamal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sauntamal
Where is Sauntamal located?
Sauntamal village is located in Ambabhona Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sauntamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sauntamal is Dunguri.
What is the pincode of Sauntamal?
The pincode of Sauntamal is 768052.
What is the population of Sauntamal?
Sauntamal had a total population of 1,470, including 758 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Sauntamal?
Sauntamal had 335 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sauntamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sauntamal was 77.11%. Male literacy was 87.48% and female literacy was 66.04%.