Sindhukhandi - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Sindhukhandi is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Kotinada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindhukhandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindhukhandi is 412756. The village covers a total geographical area of 120 hectares and falls under the 761054 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sindhukhandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sindhukhandi
According to the 2011 Census, Sindhukhandi village had a total population of 1,268 people, including 670 males and 598 females, living in 248 households. The sex ratio was 893 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.68%, with male literacy at 84.76% and female literacy at 61.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 1,268 | 670 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 809 | 495 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 459 | 175 | 284 |
Nearby Villages of Sindhukhandi
Sindhukhandi 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 Sindhukhandi
Sindhukhandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digapahandi to Sindhukhandi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sindhukhandi is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sindhukhandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindhukhandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sindhukhandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindhukhandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sindhukhandi
Where is Sindhukhandi located?
Sindhukhandi village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sindhukhandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindhukhandi is Kotinada.
What is the pincode of Sindhukhandi?
The pincode of Sindhukhandi is 761054.
What is the population of Sindhukhandi?
Sindhukhandi had a total population of 1,268, including 670 males and 598 females.
How many households are there in Sindhukhandi?
Sindhukhandi had 248 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sindhukhandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindhukhandi was 73.68%. Male literacy was 84.76% and female literacy was 61.09%.