Sambai
Sambai is a village located in Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district in Odisha, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Pottangi (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Koraput. As per 2009 stats, Sambai village is also a gram panchayat.
Sambai has its own place in the vibrant Koraput region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sambai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sambai is 430083. The village spans a total geographical area of 1958 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764039. Jeypur is nearest town to Sambai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
Google Map of Sambai
Population of Sambai
Below is a concise population overview of Sambai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,978 | 1,451 | 1,527 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 266 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,425 | 1,179 | 1,246 |
| Literate Population | 446 | 291 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,532 | 1,160 | 1,372 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sambai village:
- The total population of Sambai village is around 2,978, including approximately 1,451 males and 1,527 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 504 children aged 0–6 years in Sambai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sambai village has 20 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,425 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sambai village is about 14.98%, with male literacy at 20.06% and female literacy at 10.15%.
- There are around 703 households in Sambai village.
Connectivity of Sambai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sambai. As per the 2011 stats, Sambai 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sambai
Knowing the nearby villages of Sambai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sambai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sambai
- Where is Sambai located?
- Sambai village is situated in Pottangi Tehsil, within the Koraput district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sambai?
- Sambai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sambai?
- The pincode of Sambai is 764039, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sambai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sambai is 2,978, with 1,451 males and 1,527 females.
- How many households are there in Sambai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sambai village has a total of 703 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sambai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sambai is 14.98%. The male literacy rate is 20.06%, while the female literacy rate is 10.15%.