Sandhakupa - Raikia, Kandhamal
Sandhakupa is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumamaha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhakupa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhakupa is 417582. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Sandhakupa 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 Sandhakupa
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhakupa village had a total population of 491 people, including 238 males and 253 females, living in 145 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.23%, with male literacy at 89.05% and female literacy at 62.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 219.
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 | 491 | 238 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 219 | 102 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 187 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 51 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhakupa
Sandhakupa 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 Sandhakupa
Sandhakupa 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 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 G. Udayagiri to Sandhakupa is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sandhakupa is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhakupa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhakupa 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 Sandhakupa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhakupa 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 Sandhakupa
Where is Sandhakupa located?
Sandhakupa village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhakupa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhakupa is Gumamaha.
What is the pincode of Sandhakupa?
The pincode of Sandhakupa is 762101.
What is the population of Sandhakupa?
Sandhakupa had a total population of 491, including 238 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Sandhakupa?
Sandhakupa had 145 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhakupa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhakupa was 75.23%. Male literacy was 89.05% and female literacy was 62.39%.