Sandhenkia - Suliapada, Mayurbhanj
Sandhenkia is a village situated in the Suliapada tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Suliapada and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Fania serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhenkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhenkia is 389902. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 757022 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sandhenkia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Morada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhenkia
As per Census 2011, Sandhenkia village has a total population of 501 people, consisting of 257 males and 244 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 297 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 79 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhenkia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 501 | 257 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 40 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 50 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 297 | 178 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 79 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhenkia
Sandhenkia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Baddhenkia | South-East | 0.65 km |
| Bangan | North-West | 0.67 km |
| Salasahi | East | 0.97 km |
| Khadiasole | South | 1.23 km |
| Damburudiha | South-East | 1.32 km |
| Tentaposi | North | 1.67 km |
| Rainda | South-West | 1.69 km |
| Mundhakata | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Asanbani | South | 2.16 km |
| Fania | North-West | 2.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sandhenkia
Sandhenkia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhanjpur, while the nearest airport is Sonari Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Sandhenkia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Sandhenkia is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhenkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhenkia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhenkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhenkia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Sandhenkia
Where is Sandhenkia located?
Sandhenkia village is located in Suliapada Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhenkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhenkia is Fania.
What is the pincode of Sandhenkia?
The pincode of Sandhenkia is 757022.
What is the population of Sandhenkia?
Sandhenkia has a total population of 501, including 257 males and 244 females.
How many households are there in Sandhenkia?
There are 136 households in Sandhenkia.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhenkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhenkia is 59.28%. Male literacy is 69.26% and female literacy is 48.77%.