Sandhabali - Surada, Ganjam
Sandhabali is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Surada and around 116 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Asurabandha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhabali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhabali is 410855. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 761108 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sandhabali 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 Sandhabali
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhabali village had a total population of 337 people, including 175 males and 162 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 16.79%, with male literacy at 22.30% and female literacy at 11.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 223.
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 | 337 | 175 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 223 | 116 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 31 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 144 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhabali
Sandhabali 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 Sandhabali
Public transport in the Sandhabali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Sandhabali is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sandhabali is about 116 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhabali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhabali 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 Sandhabali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhabali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sandhabali
Where is Sandhabali located?
Sandhabali village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sandhabali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhabali is Asurabandha.
What is the pincode of Sandhabali?
The pincode of Sandhabali is 761108.
What is the population of Sandhabali?
Sandhabali had a total population of 337, including 175 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Sandhabali?
Sandhabali had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhabali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhabali was 16.79%. Male literacy was 22.30% and female literacy was 11.35%.