Sahajakhole - Raikia, Kandhamal
Sahajakhole is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranaba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sahajakhole village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahajakhole is 417624. The village covers a total geographical area of 287 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. Bhanjanagar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Sahajakhole village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahajakhole
According to the 2011 Census, Sahajakhole village had a total population of 195 people, including 104 males and 91 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.98%, with male literacy at 79.07% and female literacy at 41.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 124.
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 | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 69 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 68 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 36 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Sahajakhole
Sahajakhole 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 Sahajakhole
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sahajakhole.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhanjanagar to Sahajakhole is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sahajakhole is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahajakhole
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahajakhole 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 Sahajakhole
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahajakhole 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 Sahajakhole
Where is Sahajakhole located?
Sahajakhole village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahajakhole?
The Gram Panchayat of Sahajakhole is Ranaba.
What is the pincode of Sahajakhole?
The pincode of Sahajakhole is 762101.
What is the population of Sahajakhole?
Sahajakhole had a total population of 195, including 104 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Sahajakhole?
Sahajakhole had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sahajakhole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahajakhole was 60.98%. Male literacy was 79.07% and female literacy was 41.03%.