Sindhipankal - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Sindhipankal 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 138 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Karukudupa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindhipankal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindhipankal is 416907. The village covers a total geographical area of 67 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Sindhipankal 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 Sindhipankal
According to the 2011 Census, Sindhipankal village had a total population of 181 people, including 85 males and 96 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.04%, with male literacy at 79.10% and female literacy at 39.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 145.
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 | 181 | 85 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 53 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 32 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Sindhipankal
Sindhipankal 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 Sindhipankal
Public transport in the Sindhipankal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sindhipankal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Sindhipankal is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sindhipankal is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sindhipankal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindhipankal 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 Sindhipankal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindhipankal 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 Sindhipankal
Where is Sindhipankal located?
Sindhipankal village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindhipankal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindhipankal is Karukudupa.
What is the pincode of Sindhipankal?
The pincode of Sindhipankal is 762107.
What is the population of Sindhipankal?
Sindhipankal had a total population of 181, including 85 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Sindhipankal?
Sindhipankal had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sindhipankal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindhipankal was 58.04%. Male literacy was 79.10% and female literacy was 39.47%.