Sandhimaha - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Sandhimaha is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Jubaguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhimaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhimaha is 417254. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 148 km away.
Sandhimaha 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 Sandhimaha
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhimaha village had a total population of 277 people, including 131 males and 146 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,115 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.27%, with male literacy at 27.00% and female literacy at 27.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 277 | 131 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 127 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 104 | 113 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhimaha
Sandhimaha 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 Sandhimaha
Public transport in the Sandhimaha 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 Rayagada to Sandhimaha is about 148 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sandhimaha is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhimaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhimaha 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhimaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhimaha 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 Sandhimaha
Where is Sandhimaha located?
Sandhimaha village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sandhimaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhimaha is Jubaguda.
What is the pincode of Sandhimaha?
The pincode of Sandhimaha is 762105.
What is the population of Sandhimaha?
Sandhimaha had a total population of 277, including 131 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Sandhimaha?
Sandhimaha had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhimaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhimaha was 27.27%. Male literacy was 27.00% and female literacy was 27.50%.