Sandhagam
Sandhagam is a village located in Kotpad tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Kotpad (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, S B Nuagam is the gram panchayat of Sandhagam village.
Here you can discover what makes Sandhagam unique in its vibrant Kotpad-Koraput region. You’ll see Sandhagam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sandhagam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sandhagam is 428149. The village spans a total geographical area of 324 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764058. Sunabeda is nearest town to Sandhagam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sandhagam
Population of Sandhagam
According to the 2011 Census, Sandhagam has a total population of about 1,485, with approximately 715 males and 770 females. The sex ratio is around 1076 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 91 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,135. The overall literacy rate is approximately 23.97%, with male literacy at about 31.89% and female literacy near 16.62%. There are around 391 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sandhagam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,485 | 715 | 770 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 109 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 43 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,135 | 542 | 593 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 228 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,129 | 487 | 642 |
Connectivity of Sandhagam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sandhagam. As per the 2011 stats, Sandhagam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sandhagam
Knowing the nearby villages of Sandhagam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sandhagam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sandhagam
- Where is Sandhagam located?
- Sandhagam village is situated in Kotpad Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sandhagam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sandhagam is S B Nuagam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sandhagam?
- The pincode of Sandhagam is 764058, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sandhagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sandhagam is 1,485, with 715 males and 770 females.
- How many households are there in Sandhagam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sandhagam village has a total of 391 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sandhagam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sandhagam is 23.97%. The male literacy rate is 31.89%, while the female literacy rate is 16.62%.