Sindhi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Sindhi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sudra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindhi is 416532. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Sindhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sindhi
According to the 2011 Census, Sindhi village had a total population of 89 people, including 46 males and 43 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.66%, with male literacy at 64.10% and female literacy at 18.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 89.
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 | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 89 | 46 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 25 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 21 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Sindhi
Sindhi 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 Sindhi
Public transport in the Sindhi 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Sindhi is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sindhi is about 110 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 Sindhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindhi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sindhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sindhi
Where is Sindhi located?
Sindhi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sindhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindhi is Sudra.
What is the pincode of Sindhi?
The pincode of Sindhi is 762110.
What is the population of Sindhi?
Sindhi had a total population of 89, including 46 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Sindhi?
Sindhi had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sindhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindhi was 43.66%. Male literacy was 64.10% and female literacy was 18.75%.