Sanmathur - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Sanmathur is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kanagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanmathur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanmathur is 428748. The village covers a total geographical area of 152 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Sanmathur 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 Sanmathur
According to the 2011 Census, Sanmathur village had a total population of 605 people, including 294 males and 311 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.64%, with male literacy at 50.21% and female literacy at 22.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 471.
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 | 605 | 294 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 471 | 228 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 122 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 172 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Sanmathur
Sanmathur 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 Sanmathur
Sanmathur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Sanmathur is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sanmathur is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanmathur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanmathur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sanmathur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanmathur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sanmathur
Where is Sanmathur located?
Sanmathur village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sanmathur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanmathur is Kanagam.
What is the pincode of Sanmathur?
The pincode of Sanmathur is 764027.
What is the population of Sanmathur?
Sanmathur had a total population of 605, including 294 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Sanmathur?
Sanmathur had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanmathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanmathur was 35.64%. Male literacy was 50.21% and female literacy was 22.14%.