Sabdam - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Sabdam is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kanagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sabdam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sabdam is 428744. The village covers a total geographical area of 89 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Sabdam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sabdam
According to the 2011 Census, Sabdam village had a total population of 121 people, including 60 males and 61 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 60.87% and female literacy at 41.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 121.
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 | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 14 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 60 | 61 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 32 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Sabdam
Sabdam 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 Sabdam
Sabdam 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Sabdam is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sabdam is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sabdam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sabdam 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 Sabdam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sabdam 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 Sabdam
Where is Sabdam located?
Sabdam village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sabdam?
The Gram Panchayat of Sabdam is Kanagam.
What is the pincode of Sabdam?
The pincode of Sabdam is 764027.
What is the population of Sabdam?
Sabdam had a total population of 121, including 60 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Sabdam?
Sabdam had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sabdam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sabdam was 50.00%. Male literacy was 60.87% and female literacy was 41.07%.