Sapajhola - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Sapajhola is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhariput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sapajhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sapajhola is 428740. The village covers a total geographical area of 27 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sapajhola 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 Sapajhola
According to the 2011 Census, Sapajhola village had a total population of 41 people, including 19 males and 22 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,158 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 24.24%, with male literacy at 21.43% and female literacy at 26.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
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 | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 19 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Sapajhola
Sapajhola 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 Sapajhola
Public transport in the Sapajhola 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 Sapajhola is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sapajhola is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sapajhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sapajhola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sapajhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sapajhola 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sapajhola
Where is Sapajhola located?
Sapajhola village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sapajhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Sapajhola is Kumbhariput.
What is the pincode of Sapajhola?
The pincode of Sapajhola is 764027.
What is the population of Sapajhola?
Sapajhola had a total population of 41, including 19 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Sapajhola?
Sapajhola had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sapajhola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sapajhola was 24.24%. Male literacy was 21.43% and female literacy was 26.32%.