Sanamajhiguda - Boriguma, Koraput
Sanamajhiguda is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhairabsingipur and around 54 km from Koraput. Nuagam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanamajhiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanamajhiguda is 428321. The village covers a total geographical area of 558 hectares and falls under the 764057 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Sanamajhiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jeypore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanamajhiguda
As per Census 2011, Sanamajhiguda village has a total population of 1,238 people, consisting of 595 males and 643 females. The village has 339 households and a sex ratio of 1,080 females per 1,000 males. There are 255 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 333 literate and 905 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 436 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanamajhiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,238 | 595 | 643 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 255 | 121 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 94 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 436 | 207 | 229 |
| Literate Population | 333 | 213 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 905 | 382 | 523 |
Nearby Villages of Sanamajhiguda
Sanamajhiguda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hordali | West | 2.19 km |
| Nuagam | East | 2.48 km |
| Dutiguda | South | 2.78 km |
| Rengalguda | North | 3.08 km |
| Badamajhiguda | North-West | 3.16 km |
| Semlaguda | South-East | 3.82 km |
| Sanadubuli | South-West | 4.33 km |
| Sandhimunda | North-West | 4.76 km |
| Keraput | South | 4.88 km |
| Pandasguda | North | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sanamajhiguda
Public transport in the Sanamajhiguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Maligura, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Sunabeda to Sanamajhiguda is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sanamajhiguda is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanamajhiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanamajhiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sanamajhiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanamajhiguda 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sanamajhiguda
Where is Sanamajhiguda located?
Sanamajhiguda village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanamajhiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanamajhiguda is Nuagam.
What is the pincode of Sanamajhiguda?
The pincode of Sanamajhiguda is 764057.
What is the population of Sanamajhiguda?
Sanamajhiguda has a total population of 1,238, including 595 males and 643 females.
How many households are there in Sanamajhiguda?
There are 339 households in Sanamajhiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Sanamajhiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanamajhiguda is 26.90%. Male literacy is 35.80% and female literacy is 18.66%.