Sahajpada - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Sahajpada is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bijepur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahajpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahajpada is 423070. The village covers a total geographical area of 128 hectares and falls under the 766027 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sahajpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahajpada
As per Census 2011, Sahajpada village has a total population of 129 people, consisting of 63 males and 66 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 59 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 11 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 48 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahajpada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 59 | 36 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 27 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Sahajpada
Sahajpada 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 Sahajpada
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Sahajpada.
| 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 Bhawanipatna to Sahajpada is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahajpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahajpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sahajpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahajpada 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sahajpada
Where is Sahajpada located?
Sahajpada village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahajpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahajpada is Bijepur.
What is the pincode of Sahajpada?
The pincode of Sahajpada is 766027.
What is the population of Sahajpada?
Sahajpada has a total population of 129, including 63 males and 66 females.
How many households are there in Sahajpada?
There are 29 households in Sahajpada.
What is the literacy rate in Sahajpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahajpada is 45.74%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 34.85%.