Sanora - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Sanora is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Rajnagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanora is 395999. The village covers a total geographical area of 48 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sanora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanora
According to the 2011 Census, Sanora village had a total population of 288 people, including 146 males and 142 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.52%, with male literacy at 79.69% and female literacy at 77.34%.
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 | 288 | 146 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 102 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 44 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Sanora
Sanora 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 Sanora
Sanora 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 5-10 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 Pattamundai to Sanora is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Sanora is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sanora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanora 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sanora
Where is Sanora located?
Sanora village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sanora?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanora is Rajnagar.
What is the pincode of Sanora?
The pincode of Sanora is 754225.
What is the population of Sanora?
Sanora had a total population of 288, including 146 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Sanora?
Sanora had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanora was 78.52%. Male literacy was 79.69% and female literacy was 77.34%.