Melakundasandhi - Surada, Ganjam
Melakundasandhi is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Bada Badangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Melakundasandhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Melakundasandhi is 410892. The village covers a total geographical area of 172 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Melakundasandhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Melakundasandhi
According to the 2011 Census, Melakundasandhi village had a total population of 26 people, including 15 males and 11 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 733 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.83%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 40.00%.
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 | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Melakundasandhi
Melakundasandhi 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 Melakundasandhi
Melakundasandhi 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 Surada to Melakundasandhi is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Melakundasandhi is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Melakundasandhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Melakundasandhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Melakundasandhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Melakundasandhi 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Melakundasandhi
Where is Melakundasandhi located?
Melakundasandhi village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Melakundasandhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Melakundasandhi is Bada Badangi.
What is the pincode of Melakundasandhi?
The pincode of Melakundasandhi is 761108.
What is the population of Melakundasandhi?
Melakundasandhi had a total population of 26, including 15 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Melakundasandhi?
Melakundasandhi had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Melakundasandhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Melakundasandhi was 45.83%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 40.00%.