Sahanapalli - Ghumusar, Ganjam
Sahanapalli is a village situated in the Ghumusar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhanjanagar and around 109 km from Chatrapur. Dihapadhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahanapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahanapalli is 410604. The village covers a total geographical area of 203 hectares and falls under the 761126 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sahanapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhanjanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahanapalli
As per Census 2011, Sahanapalli village has a total population of 826 people, consisting of 405 males and 421 females. The village has 192 households and a sex ratio of 1,039 females per 1,000 males. There are 110 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 548 literate and 278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 244 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 167 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahanapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 826 | 405 | 421 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 46 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 244 | 122 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 77 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 314 | 234 |
| Illiterate Population | 278 | 91 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Sahanapalli
Sahanapalli 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 Sahanapalli
Sahanapalli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Bhanjanagar to Sahanapalli is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sahanapalli is about 109 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahanapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahanapalli 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sahanapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahanapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahanapalli
Where is Sahanapalli located?
Sahanapalli village is located in Ghumusar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahanapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahanapalli is Dihapadhal.
What is the pincode of Sahanapalli?
The pincode of Sahanapalli is 761126.
What is the population of Sahanapalli?
Sahanapalli has a total population of 826, including 405 males and 421 females.
How many households are there in Sahanapalli?
There are 192 households in Sahanapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Sahanapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahanapalli is 66.34%. Male literacy is 77.53% and female literacy is 55.58%.