Sapeli - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Sapeli is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karukudupa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sapeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sapeli is 416911. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Sapeli 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 Sapeli
As per Census 2011, Sapeli village has a total population of 102 people, consisting of 50 males and 52 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 77 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sapeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 6 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Sapeli
Sapeli 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 Sapeli
Public transport in the Sapeli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Sapeli is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sapeli is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sapeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sapeli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sapeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sapeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sapeli
Where is Sapeli located?
Sapeli village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sapeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sapeli is Karukudupa.
What is the pincode of Sapeli?
The pincode of Sapeli is 762107.
What is the population of Sapeli?
Sapeli has a total population of 102, including 50 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Sapeli?
There are 21 households in Sapeli.
What is the literacy rate in Sapeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sapeli is 71.57%. Male literacy is 88.00% and female literacy is 55.77%.