Sobhaput - Nandapur, Koraput
Sobhaput is a village situated in the Nandapur tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Padua and around 90 km from Koraput. Panthulung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sobhaput village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sobhaput is 429724. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 764041 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Sobhaput village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sobhaput
As per Census 2011, Sobhaput village has a total population of 502 people, consisting of 270 males and 232 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 332 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 310 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sobhaput are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 502 | 270 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 80 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 310 | 167 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 150 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 332 | 120 | 212 |
Nearby Villages of Sobhaput
Sobhaput 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tankel | East | 1.58 km |
| Mariput | North | 2.62 km |
| Guntaput | North-East | 3.83 km |
| Pamolput | North | 3.91 km |
| Lampi | North | 5.52 km |
| Hataguda | North-East | 5.63 km |
| Kathua | North-East | 6.13 km |
| Gondhisikariput | North | 7.12 km |
| Enuguguda | North-East | 7.36 km |
| Buding | North | 7.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sobhaput
Public transport in the Sobhaput is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Padua, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.1 km.
| 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 Sobhaput is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sobhaput is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sobhaput
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sobhaput 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 Sobhaput
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sobhaput 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 Sobhaput
Where is Sobhaput located?
Sobhaput village is located in Nandapur Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sobhaput?
The Gram Panchayat of Sobhaput is Panthulung.
What is the pincode of Sobhaput?
The pincode of Sobhaput is 764041.
What is the population of Sobhaput?
Sobhaput has a total population of 502, including 270 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Sobhaput?
There are 125 households in Sobhaput.
What is the literacy rate in Sobhaput?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sobhaput is 33.86%. Male literacy is 55.56% and female literacy is 8.62%.