Sandhibahal - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Sandhibahal is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Sandhibahal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhibahal is 380119. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Sandhibahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bijepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhibahal
As per Census 2011, Sandhibahal village has a total population of 1,503 people, consisting of 736 males and 767 females. The village has 430 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 799 literate and 704 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 68 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhibahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,503 | 736 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 109 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 186 | 92 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 68 | 33 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 799 | 473 | 326 |
| Illiterate Population | 704 | 263 | 441 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhibahal
Sandhibahal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kansdol | North-West | 1.57 km |
| Banchhanagar | East | 1.59 km |
| Beheramunda | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Jamutbahal | South-East | 2.02 km |
| Kurlubahal | North | 2.23 km |
| Kendumundi | North-East | 2.28 km |
| Jadamunda | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Bhangamunda | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Patharamunda | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Ainlabahal(alnlabahal) | South-West | 3.20 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandhibahal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Sandhibahal. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Padmapur to Sandhibahal is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Sandhibahal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhibahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhibahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhibahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhibahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sandhibahal
Where is Sandhibahal located?
Sandhibahal village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhibahal?
Sandhibahal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sandhibahal?
The pincode of Sandhibahal is 768037.
What is the population of Sandhibahal?
Sandhibahal has a total population of 1,503, including 736 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Sandhibahal?
There are 430 households in Sandhibahal.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhibahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhibahal is 53.16%. Male literacy is 64.27% and female literacy is 42.50%.