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
As per Census 2011, Sauntamal village has a total population of 1,470 people, consisting of 758 males and 712 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 155 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,014 literate and 456 illiterate residents. Additionally, 383 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 347 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sauntamal are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 1,470, including 758 males and 712 females.
How many households are there in Sauntamal?
There are 335 households in Sauntamal.
What is the literacy rate in Sauntamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sauntamal is 68.98%. Male literacy is 78.36% and female literacy is 58.99%.