Sanakumari - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Sanakumari is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from Umarkote and around 68 km from Nabarangapur . Khanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanakumari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanakumari is 427395. The village covers a total geographical area of 484 hectares and falls under the 764073 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sanakumari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Umarkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanakumari
As per Census 2011, Sanakumari village has a total population of 2,746 people, consisting of 1,369 males and 1,377 females. The village has 611 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 539 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 820 literate and 1,926 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanakumari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,746 | 1,369 | 1,377 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 539 | 291 | 248 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 203 | 101 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,317 | 1,151 | 1,166 |
| Literate Population | 820 | 524 | 296 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,926 | 845 | 1,081 |
Nearby Villages of Sanakumari
Sanakumari 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 Sanakumari
Sanakumari 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 Umarkote to Sanakumari is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Sanakumari is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanakumari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanakumari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sanakumari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanakumari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sanakumari
Where is Sanakumari located?
Sanakumari village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanakumari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanakumari is Khanda.
What is the pincode of Sanakumari?
The pincode of Sanakumari is 764073.
What is the population of Sanakumari?
Sanakumari has a total population of 2,746, including 1,369 males and 1,377 females.
How many households are there in Sanakumari?
There are 611 households in Sanakumari.
What is the literacy rate in Sanakumari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanakumari is 29.86%. Male literacy is 38.28% and female literacy is 21.50%.