Spongepatana - Keonjhar
Spongepatana is a village situated in the Keonjhar tehsil of Keonjhar district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Kendujhar Sadar and around 19 km from Kendujhar. Palaspanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Spongepatana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Spongepatana is 386157. The village covers a total geographical area of 122 hectares and falls under the 758013 pincode. Kendujhar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Spongepatana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keonjhar Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Spongepatana
As per Census 2011, Spongepatana village has a total population of 292 people, consisting of 169 males and 123 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 727 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 267 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 14 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Spongepatana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | 169 | 123 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 159 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 10 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Spongepatana
Spongepatana 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 Spongepatana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Spongepatana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Kendujhar to Spongepatana is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kendujhar to Spongepatana is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Spongepatana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Spongepatana 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 Spongepatana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Spongepatana 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Spongepatana
Where is Spongepatana located?
Spongepatana village is located in Keonjhar Tehsil, Keonjhar district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Spongepatana?
The Gram Panchayat of Spongepatana is Palaspanga.
What is the pincode of Spongepatana?
The pincode of Spongepatana is 758013.
What is the population of Spongepatana?
Spongepatana has a total population of 292, including 169 males and 123 females.
How many households are there in Spongepatana?
There are 82 households in Spongepatana.
What is the literacy rate in Spongepatana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Spongepatana is 91.44%. Male literacy is 94.08% and female literacy is 87.80%.