Sankatapalia - Hatadihi, Keonjhar
Sankatapalia is a village situated in the Hatadihi tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Soso and around 108 km from Kendujhar. Hadagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankatapalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankatapalia is 387093. The village covers a total geographical area of 73 hectares and falls under the 758078 pincode. Anandapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sankatapalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anandapur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankatapalia
According to the 2011 Census, Sankatapalia village had a total population of 204 people, including 86 males and 118 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,372 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.54%, with male literacy at 68.12% and female literacy at 35.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 195.
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 | 204 | 86 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 82 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 47 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 39 | 82 |
Nearby Villages of Sankatapalia
Sankatapalia 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 Sankatapalia
Sankatapalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sankatapalia.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Anandapur to Sankatapalia is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Sankatapalia is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankatapalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankatapalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sankatapalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankatapalia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankatapalia
Where is Sankatapalia located?
Sankatapalia village is located in Hatadihi Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankatapalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankatapalia is Hadagarh.
What is the pincode of Sankatapalia?
The pincode of Sankatapalia is 758078.
What is the population of Sankatapalia?
Sankatapalia had a total population of 204, including 86 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Sankatapalia?
Sankatapalia had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankatapalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankatapalia was 48.54%. Male literacy was 68.12% and female literacy was 35.29%.