Sindhigam - Jeypore, Koraput
Sindhigam is a village situated in the Jeypore tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jeypore and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Hadia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindhigam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindhigam is 429010. The village covers a total geographical area of 210 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sindhigam 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 Sindhigam
As per Census 2011, Sindhigam village has a total population of 366 people, consisting of 166 males and 200 females. The village has 86 households and a sex ratio of 1,204 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 151 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 294 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sindhigam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 366 | 166 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 22 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 294 | 133 | 161 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 89 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 77 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Sindhigam
Sindhigam 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 Sindhigam
Public transport in the Sindhigam is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sindhigam.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jeypur to Sindhigam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sindhigam is about 36 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 Sindhigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindhigam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sindhigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindhigam 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 Sindhigam
Where is Sindhigam located?
Sindhigam village is located in Jeypore Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindhigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindhigam is Hadia.
What is the pincode of Sindhigam?
The pincode of Sindhigam is 764002.
What is the population of Sindhigam?
Sindhigam has a total population of 366, including 166 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Sindhigam?
There are 86 households in Sindhigam.
What is the literacy rate in Sindhigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindhigam is 41.26%. Male literacy is 53.61% and female literacy is 31.00%.