Sandakpur - Tihidi, Bhadrak
Sandakpur is a village situated in the Tihidi tehsil of Bhadrak district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tihidi and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Bhadrak. Bamanbindha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandakpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandakpur is 395159. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 756130 pincode. Bhadrak is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Sandakpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandabali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhadrak Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandakpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sandakpur village had a total population of 716 people, including 365 males and 351 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.97%, with male literacy at 80.86% and female literacy at 62.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 354, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 716 | 365 | 351 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 354 | 187 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 457 | 262 | 195 |
| Illiterate Population | 259 | 103 | 156 |
Nearby Villages of Sandakpur
Sandakpur 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 Sandakpur
Sandakpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhadrak to Sandakpur is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhadrak to Sandakpur is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandakpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandakpur 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandakpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandakpur 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 Sandakpur
Where is Sandakpur located?
Sandakpur village is located in Tihidi Tehsil, Bhadrak district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandakpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandakpur is Bamanbindha.
What is the pincode of Sandakpur?
The pincode of Sandakpur is 756130.
What is the population of Sandakpur?
Sandakpur had a total population of 716, including 365 males and 351 females.
How many households are there in Sandakpur?
Sandakpur had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandakpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandakpur was 71.97%. Male literacy was 80.86% and female literacy was 62.70%.