Sangadmaha - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Sangadmaha is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 174 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Marlanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangadmaha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangadmaha is 417173. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 144 km away.
Sangadmaha 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 Sangadmaha
As per Census 2011, Sangadmaha village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 237 males and 242 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 142 literate and 337 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 345 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangadmaha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 237 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 65 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 167 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 93 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 337 | 144 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Sangadmaha
Sangadmaha 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 Sangadmaha
Public transport in the Sangadmaha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sangadmaha is about 144 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sangadmaha is about 174 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangadmaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangadmaha 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 Sangadmaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangadmaha 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 Sangadmaha
Where is Sangadmaha located?
Sangadmaha village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangadmaha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangadmaha is Marlanga.
What is the pincode of Sangadmaha?
The pincode of Sangadmaha is 762105.
What is the population of Sangadmaha?
Sangadmaha has a total population of 479, including 237 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Sangadmaha?
There are 92 households in Sangadmaha.
What is the literacy rate in Sangadmaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangadmaha is 29.65%. Male literacy is 39.24% and female literacy is 20.25%.