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
As per Census 2011, Sahajakhole village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 104 males and 91 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 95 illiterate residents. Additionally, 124 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahajakhole are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 104 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| 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 has a total population of 195, including 104 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Sahajakhole?
There are 41 households in Sahajakhole.
What is the literacy rate in Sahajakhole?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahajakhole is 51.28%. Male literacy is 65.38% and female literacy is 35.16%.