Sankadadiha - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Sankadadiha is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Basipitha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankadadiha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankadadiha is 390812. The village covers a total geographical area of 84 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sankadadiha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankadadiha
As per Census 2011, Sankadadiha village has a total population of 333 people, consisting of 165 males and 168 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 158 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 333 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankadadiha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 333 | 165 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 333 | 165 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 93 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 72 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Sankadadiha
Sankadadiha 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 Sankadadiha
Sankadadiha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Baripada to Sankadadiha is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Sankadadiha is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankadadiha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankadadiha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankadadiha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankadadiha 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sankadadiha
Where is Sankadadiha located?
Sankadadiha village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankadadiha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankadadiha is Basipitha.
What is the pincode of Sankadadiha?
The pincode of Sankadadiha is 757019.
What is the population of Sankadadiha?
Sankadadiha has a total population of 333, including 165 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Sankadadiha?
There are 82 households in Sankadadiha.
What is the literacy rate in Sankadadiha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankadadiha is 47.45%. Male literacy is 56.36% and female literacy is 38.69%.