Sanjhilli - Jashipur, Mayurbhanj
Sanjhilli is a village situated in the Jashipur tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jashipur and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Podagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanjhilli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanjhilli is 388537. The village covers a total geographical area of 33 hectares and falls under the 757034 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Sanjhilli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanjhilli
According to the 2011 Census, Sanjhilli village had a total population of 119 people, including 62 males and 57 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 919 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.93%, with male literacy at 63.16% and female literacy at 22.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 119.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 36 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 26 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Sanjhilli
Sanjhilli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sanjhilli
Public transport in the Sanjhilli is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Karanjia to Sanjhilli is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Sanjhilli is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanjhilli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanjhilli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sanjhilli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanjhilli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanjhilli
Where is Sanjhilli located?
Sanjhilli village is located in Jashipur Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sanjhilli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanjhilli is Podagarh.
What is the pincode of Sanjhilli?
The pincode of Sanjhilli is 757034.
What is the population of Sanjhilli?
Sanjhilli had a total population of 119, including 62 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Sanjhilli?
Sanjhilli had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanjhilli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanjhilli was 43.93%. Male literacy was 63.16% and female literacy was 22.00%.