Sandhimunda - Boriguma, Koraput
Sandhimunda is a village situated in the Boriguma tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boriguma and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kamara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhimunda is 428237. The village covers a total geographical area of 266 hectares and falls under the 764056 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sandhimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhimunda
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhimunda village had a total population of 344 people, including 172 males and 172 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.67%, with male literacy at 57.69% and female literacy at 24.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 236.
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 | 344 | 172 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 112 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 109 | 75 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 235 | 97 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhimunda
Sandhimunda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mundiguda | North-West | 1.66 km |
| Badamajhiguda | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Khutulaguda | West | 1.70 km |
| Solaguda | North | 1.97 km |
| Kaneijuba | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Pandasguda | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Kamara | West | 3.25 km |
| Gaudaguda | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Hordali | South | 3.49 km |
| Rengalguda | East | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandhimunda
Sandhimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 20.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Koraput to Sandhimunda is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sandhimunda is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhimunda 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 Sandhimunda
Where is Sandhimunda located?
Sandhimunda village is located in Boriguma Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sandhimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhimunda is Kamara.
What is the pincode of Sandhimunda?
The pincode of Sandhimunda is 764056.
What is the population of Sandhimunda?
Sandhimunda had a total population of 344, including 172 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Sandhimunda?
Sandhimunda had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhimunda was 40.67%. Male literacy was 57.69% and female literacy was 24.64%.