Sandumerbahal - Junagarh, Kalahandi
Sandumerbahal is a village situated in the Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Junagarh and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Kalaigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandumerbahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandumerbahal is 423745. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 766014 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Sandumerbahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandumerbahal
As per Census 2011, Sandumerbahal village has a total population of 610 people, consisting of 310 males and 300 females. The village has 145 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 314 literate and 296 illiterate residents. Additionally, 37 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 119 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandumerbahal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 610 | 310 | 300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 190 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 296 | 120 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Sandumerbahal
Sandumerbahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaleigaon | North-West | 1.12 km |
| Ranapur | North-East | 1.54 km |
| Kulihari | West | 1.73 km |
| Baxitulasipali | North | 1.77 km |
| Podaguda | East | 1.83 km |
| Jamchuan | East | 1.85 km |
| Pitaguda | South | 1.99 km |
| Ekanaguda | North | 2.12 km |
| Madhubanpur | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Kupagaon | North-West | 2.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandumerbahal
Sandumerbahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junagarh to Sandumerbahal is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sandumerbahal is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandumerbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandumerbahal 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sandumerbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandumerbahal 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 Sandumerbahal
Where is Sandumerbahal located?
Sandumerbahal village is located in Junagarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandumerbahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandumerbahal is Kalaigaon.
What is the pincode of Sandumerbahal?
The pincode of Sandumerbahal is 766014.
What is the population of Sandumerbahal?
Sandumerbahal has a total population of 610, including 310 males and 300 females.
How many households are there in Sandumerbahal?
There are 145 households in Sandumerbahal.
What is the literacy rate in Sandumerbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandumerbahal is 51.48%. Male literacy is 61.29% and female literacy is 41.33%.