Sandhimunda Village - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Sandhimunda is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from Chandahandi and around 118 km from Nabarangapur . Anakabeda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sandhimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sandhimunda is 427432. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Sandhimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sandhimunda
As per Census 2011, Sandhimunda village has a total population of 1,656 people, consisting of 831 males and 825 females. The village has 472 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 678 literate and 978 illiterate residents. Additionally, 421 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 24 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sandhimunda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,656 | 831 | 825 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 144 | 118 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 421 | 208 | 213 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 10 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 678 | 446 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 978 | 385 | 593 |
Nearby Villages of Sandhimunda
Sandhimunda 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 Sandhimunda
Sandhimunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Sandhimunda is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Sandhimunda is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sandhimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sandhimunda 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sandhimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sandhimunda 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sandhimunda
Where is Sandhimunda located?
Sandhimunda village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sandhimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sandhimunda is Anakabeda.
What is the pincode of Sandhimunda?
The pincode of Sandhimunda is 764077.
What is the population of Sandhimunda?
Sandhimunda has a total population of 1,656, including 831 males and 825 females.
How many households are there in Sandhimunda?
There are 472 households in Sandhimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Sandhimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sandhimunda is 40.94%. Male literacy is 53.67% and female literacy is 28.12%.