Sanoujei Village - Jeypore, Koraput
Sanoujei is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Balia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanoujei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanoujei is 429086. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Sanoujei 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 Sanoujei
As per Census 2011, Sanoujei village has a total population of 182 people, consisting of 88 males and 94 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 94 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 51 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 31 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanoujei are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 182 | 88 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 31 | 12 | 19 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 56 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 32 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Sanoujei
Sanoujei 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 Sanoujei
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sanoujei.
| 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 Jeypur to Sanoujei is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sanoujei is about 29 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanoujei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanoujei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sanoujei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanoujei 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanoujei
Where is Sanoujei located?
Sanoujei village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanoujei?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanoujei is Balia.
What is the pincode of Sanoujei?
The pincode of Sanoujei is 764002.
What is the population of Sanoujei?
Sanoujei has a total population of 182, including 88 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Sanoujei?
There are 35 households in Sanoujei.
What is the literacy rate in Sanoujei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanoujei is 51.65%. Male literacy is 63.64% and female literacy is 40.43%.