Sapalahar - Padampur, Bargarh
Sapalahar is a village situated in the Padampur tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Jharbandha and around 95 km from Bargarh. Badikata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sapalahar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sapalahar is 379888. The village covers a total geographical area of 1449 hectares and falls under the 768042 pincode. Padmapur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sapalahar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sapalahar
As per Census 2011, Sapalahar village has a total population of 2,832 people, consisting of 1,419 males and 1,413 females. The village has 783 households and a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,635 literate and 1,197 illiterate residents. Additionally, 548 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,028 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sapalahar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,832 | 1,419 | 1,413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 178 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 548 | 276 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,028 | 520 | 508 |
| Literate Population | 1,635 | 957 | 678 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,197 | 462 | 735 |
Nearby Villages of Sapalahar
Sapalahar 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 Sapalahar
Sapalahar is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. Sapalahar has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Padmapur to Sapalahar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bargarh to Sapalahar is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sapalahar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sapalahar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sapalahar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sapalahar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sapalahar
Where is Sapalahar located?
Sapalahar village is located in Padampur Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sapalahar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sapalahar is Badikata.
What is the pincode of Sapalahar?
The pincode of Sapalahar is 768042.
What is the population of Sapalahar?
Sapalahar has a total population of 2,832, including 1,419 males and 1,413 females.
How many households are there in Sapalahar?
There are 783 households in Sapalahar.
What is the literacy rate in Sapalahar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sapalahar is 57.73%. Male literacy is 67.44% and female literacy is 47.98%.