Sandhijargi - Chakapada, Kandhamal
Sandhijargi is a village situated in the Chakapada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Tikabali and around 28 km from Phulbani. Shankarakhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhijargi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhijargi is 415892. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 762019 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sandhijargi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhijargi
As per Census 2011, Sandhijargi village has a total population of 140 people, consisting of 70 males and 70 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhijargi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 140 | 70 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 23 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhijargi
Sandhijargi 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 Sandhijargi
Sandhijargi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Sandhijargi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sandhijargi is about 28 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 Sandhijargi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhijargi 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 Sandhijargi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhijargi 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 Sandhijargi
Where is Sandhijargi located?
Sandhijargi village is located in Chakapada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhijargi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhijargi is Shankarakhol.
What is the pincode of Sandhijargi?
The pincode of Sandhijargi is 762019.
What is the population of Sandhijargi?
Sandhijargi has a total population of 140, including 70 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Sandhijargi?
There are 35 households in Sandhijargi.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhijargi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhijargi is 58.57%. Male literacy is 67.14% and female literacy is 50.00%.