Sendhakani - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Sendhakani is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Dera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sendhakani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sendhakani is 395968. The village covers a total geographical area of 157 hectares and falls under the 754225 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sendhakani 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 Sendhakani
According to the 2011 Census, Sendhakani village had a total population of 36 people, including 15 males and 21 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 82.35%.
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 | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 2 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Sendhakani
Sendhakani is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambaora | North-East | 0.82 km |
| Charipokharia | North | 1.22 km |
| Kathapangara | South-East | 1.46 km |
| Silapokhari | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Gadadharpur | East | 1.59 km |
| Maliparida | West | 1.76 km |
| Gokhani | South | 1.80 km |
| Laxminarayanpur | North-West | 1.85 km |
| Chandrasekhar | West | 1.86 km |
| Badhinakolha | North | 2.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sendhakani
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Sendhakani. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pattamundai to Sendhakani is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Sendhakani is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sendhakani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sendhakani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sendhakani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sendhakani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sendhakani
Where is Sendhakani located?
Sendhakani village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sendhakani?
The Gram Panchayat of Sendhakani is Dera.
What is the pincode of Sendhakani?
The pincode of Sendhakani is 754225.
What is the population of Sendhakani?
Sendhakani had a total population of 36, including 15 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Sendhakani?
Sendhakani had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sendhakani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sendhakani was 90.00%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 82.35%.