Sindhigam - Umarkote, Nabarangpur
Sindhigam is a village situated in the Umarkote tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Dabugan and around 67 km from Nabarangapur . Rajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindhigam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindhigam is 427624. The village covers a total geographical area of 697 hectares and falls under the 764072 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sindhigam 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 Sindhigam
As per Census 2011, Sindhigam village has a total population of 993 people, consisting of 497 males and 496 females. The village has 194 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 239 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 728 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 876 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sindhigam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 993 | 497 | 496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 239 | 116 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 876 | 445 | 431 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 178 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 319 | 409 |
Nearby Villages of Sindhigam
Sindhigam 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 Sindhigam
Sindhigam 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Sindhigam is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Sindhigam is about 67 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 Sindhigam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindhigam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sindhigam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindhigam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sindhigam
Where is Sindhigam located?
Sindhigam village is located in Umarkote Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindhigam?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindhigam is Rajpur.
What is the pincode of Sindhigam?
The pincode of Sindhigam is 764072.
What is the population of Sindhigam?
Sindhigam has a total population of 993, including 497 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Sindhigam?
There are 194 households in Sindhigam.
What is the literacy rate in Sindhigam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindhigam is 26.69%. Male literacy is 35.81% and female literacy is 17.54%.