Sanda - Parajang, Dhenkanal
Sanda is a village situated in the Parajang tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Parajang and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhenkanal. Sanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanda is 402303. The village covers a total geographical area of 2610 hectares and falls under the 759019 pincode. Talcher is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanda
As per Census 2011, Sanda village has a total population of 7,115 people, consisting of 3,603 males and 3,512 females. The village has 1,685 households and a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males. There are 862 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,966 literate and 2,149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,985 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,314 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,115 | 3,603 | 3,512 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 862 | 462 | 400 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,985 | 1,006 | 979 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,314 | 632 | 682 |
| Literate Population | 4,966 | 2,750 | 2,216 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,149 | 853 | 1,296 |
Nearby Villages of Sanda
Sanda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chandapur | South | 3.27 km |
| Alekhapatana | North | 3.30 km |
| Soratanali | South-East | 3.56 km |
| Kumusi | West | 3.78 km |
| Tulasipasi | East | 3.89 km |
| Tarahata | South-West | 4.14 km |
| Nuanai | South | 4.25 km |
| Basantapada | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Panigengutia | South-West | 4.65 km |
| Batasinga | South | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sanda
Public transport in the Sanda is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Nayabagirthipur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 63.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Talcher to Sanda is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Sanda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanda 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 Sanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sanda
Where is Sanda located?
Sanda village is located in Parajang Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanda?
Sanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sanda?
The pincode of Sanda is 759019.
What is the population of Sanda?
Sanda has a total population of 7,115, including 3,603 males and 3,512 females.
How many households are there in Sanda?
There are 1,685 households in Sanda.
What is the literacy rate in Sanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanda is 69.80%. Male literacy is 76.33% and female literacy is 63.10%.