Sanasagar - Machh Kund, Koraput
Sanasagar is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Thusuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanasagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanasagar is 429620. The village covers a total geographical area of 437 hectares and falls under the 764040 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sanasagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sanasagar
As per Census 2011, Sanasagar village has a total population of 618 people, consisting of 309 males and 309 females. The village has 164 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 397 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanasagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 618 | 309 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 397 | 203 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 79 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 230 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Sanasagar
Sanasagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jadiaput | South-West | 1.30 km |
| Masuri | East | 1.85 km |
| Badasagar | North | 2.07 km |
| Tapogonda | South-West | 2.41 km |
| Araganda | South-East | 2.64 km |
| Antabiri | South | 3.15 km |
| Silipandi | North-East | 3.39 km |
| Palam | West | 3.56 km |
| Kamara | East | 3.59 km |
| Marada | West | 3.88 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sanasagar
Public transport in the Sanasagar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bheja, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sanasagar is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sanasagar is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanasagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanasagar 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 Sanasagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanasagar 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 Sanasagar
Where is Sanasagar located?
Sanasagar village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanasagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanasagar is Thusuba.
What is the pincode of Sanasagar?
The pincode of Sanasagar is 764040.
What is the population of Sanasagar?
Sanasagar has a total population of 618, including 309 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Sanasagar?
There are 164 households in Sanasagar.
What is the literacy rate in Sanasagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanasagar is 16.02%. Male literacy is 25.57% and female literacy is 6.47%.