Syamchandrapur - Karanjia, Mayurbhanj
Syamchandrapur is a village situated in the Karanjia tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karanjia and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Dudhiani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syamchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syamchandrapur is 388937. The village covers a total geographical area of 188 hectares and falls under the 757036 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Syamchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanjia Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Keonjhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Syamchandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Syamchandrapur village had a total population of 488 people, including 229 males and 259 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.11%, with male literacy at 50.86% and female literacy at 26.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 487.
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 | 488 | 229 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 54 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 487 | 228 | 259 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 89 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 140 | 207 |
Nearby Villages of Syamchandrapur
Syamchandrapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badramchandrapur | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Thakuramapatana | North-West | 1.48 km |
| Sanramchandrapur | South-East | 1.49 km |
| Kadalibadi | North-East | 1.93 km |
| Badbarahkamuda | North | 2.10 km |
| Rangamatia | East | 2.63 km |
| Sanbarahkamuda | North | 2.73 km |
| Dibigarh | North-West | 3.02 km |
| Miludihi | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Paudia | West | 3.13 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Syamchandrapur
Public transport in the Syamchandrapur is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sitabanji, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Syamchandrapur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Syamchandrapur is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Syamchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syamchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Syamchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syamchandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Syamchandrapur
Where is Syamchandrapur located?
Syamchandrapur village is located in Karanjia Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Syamchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Syamchandrapur is Dudhiani.
What is the pincode of Syamchandrapur?
The pincode of Syamchandrapur is 757036.
What is the population of Syamchandrapur?
Syamchandrapur had a total population of 488, including 229 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Syamchandrapur?
Syamchandrapur had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syamchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syamchandrapur was 38.11%. Male literacy was 50.86% and female literacy was 26.67%.