Sambai - Pottangi, Koraput
Sambai is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Sambai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sambai is 430083. The village covers a total geographical area of 1958 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Sambai 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 Sambai
As per Census 2011, Sambai village has a total population of 2,978 people, consisting of 1,451 males and 1,527 females. The village has 703 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 504 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 446 literate and 2,532 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,425 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sambai are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sambai
Sambai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kusuma | North | 2.75 km |
| Pondoi (pandei) | North-East | 2.88 km |
| Sadam | North-West | 4.04 km |
| Sankar | North | 4.45 km |
| Pukali | North-East | 4.48 km |
| Jangarada | North-West | 5.85 km |
| Phattu(patu) | North | 6.01 km |
| Baraja | North-East | 6.19 km |
| Jubarajpeta | North | 6.77 km |
| Nondaka (nandaka) | North-West | 7.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sambai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sambai. The nearest railway station is Arakku, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 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 Sambai is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sambai is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sambai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sambai 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 Sambai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sambai 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sambai
Where is Sambai located?
Sambai village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sambai?
Sambai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sambai?
The pincode of Sambai is 764039.
What is the population of Sambai?
Sambai has a total population of 2,978, including 1,451 males and 1,527 females.
How many households are there in Sambai?
There are 703 households in Sambai.
What is the literacy rate in Sambai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sambai is 14.98%. Male literacy is 20.06% and female literacy is 10.15%.