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
As per Census 2011, Sanmathur village has a total population of 605 people, consisting of 294 males and 311 females. The village has 123 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 425 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 471 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanmathur are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 605, including 294 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Sanmathur?
There are 123 households in Sanmathur.
What is the literacy rate in Sanmathur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanmathur is 29.75%. Male literacy is 41.50% and female literacy is 18.65%.