Sankripani - Gaisilet, Bargarh
Sankripani is a village situated in the Gaisilet tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaisilet and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Fuiringimal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankripani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankripani is 380129. The village covers a total geographical area of 421 hectares and falls under the 768037 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sankripani 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 Sankripani
As per Census 2011, Sankripani village has a total population of 450 people, consisting of 231 males and 219 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 129 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankripani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 450 | 231 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 177 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 129 | 54 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Sankripani
Sankripani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sarathimunda | North-West | 2.03 km |
| Natabarpur | North-East | 2.98 km |
| Chhindrapali | South-East | 3.29 km |
| Phiringimal | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Babebahal | North-East | 3.78 km |
| Kamalapadar | North-West | 3.80 km |
| Gunchadihi | South | 4.31 km |
| Burochhapar | South-East | 4.35 km |
| Ghadghadimal | East | 4.36 km |
| Semelgudia | East | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankripani
Sankripani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Loisingha, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Sankripani is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Sankripani is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankripani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankripani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sankripani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankripani 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 Sankripani
Where is Sankripani located?
Sankripani village is located in Gaisilet Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankripani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankripani is Fuiringimal.
What is the pincode of Sankripani?
The pincode of Sankripani is 768037.
What is the population of Sankripani?
Sankripani has a total population of 450, including 231 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Sankripani?
There are 115 households in Sankripani.
What is the literacy rate in Sankripani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankripani is 71.33%. Male literacy is 76.62% and female literacy is 65.75%.