Sahanajpur - Niali, Cuttack
Sahanajpur is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Jalarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahanajpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahanajpur is 400352. The village covers a total geographical area of 93 hectares and falls under the 754004 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sahanajpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahanajpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sahanajpur village had a total population of 816 people, including 424 males and 392 females, living in 183 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.96%, with male literacy at 90.40% and female literacy at 89.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 314, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 816 | 424 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 28 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 167 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 358 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 66 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Sahanajpur
Sahanajpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Harishpur | South-West | 0.62 km |
| Pubakhanda | North | 0.76 km |
| Barabodia | West | 0.91 km |
| Niali | North | 1.45 km |
| Majhikhanda | North-West | 1.61 km |
| Waupali | East | 1.61 km |
| Olansa | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Jalarpur | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Baharana | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Denga | North | 2.60 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahanajpur
Sahanajpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raghunathpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Cuttack to Sahanajpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahanajpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahanajpur 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sahanajpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahanajpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahanajpur
Where is Sahanajpur located?
Sahanajpur village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sahanajpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahanajpur is Jalarpur.
What is the pincode of Sahanajpur?
The pincode of Sahanajpur is 754004.
What is the population of Sahanajpur?
Sahanajpur had a total population of 816, including 424 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Sahanajpur?
Sahanajpur had 183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahanajpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahanajpur was 89.96%. Male literacy was 90.40% and female literacy was 89.46%.