Sankhajodi - Ranapur, Nayagarh
Sankhajodi is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Nayagarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Nayagarh . Bandhamunda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhajodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhajodi is 406941. The village covers a total geographical area of 63 hectares and falls under the 752026 pincode. Balugaon is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sankhajodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhajodi
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhajodi village had a total population of 163 people, including 78 males and 85 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.00%, with male literacy at 95.77% and female literacy at 73.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 162.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 7 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 68 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 10 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhajodi
Sankhajodi 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 Sankhajodi
Sankhajodi 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balugaon to Sankhajodi is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nayagarh to Sankhajodi is about 66 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 Sankhajodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhajodi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankhajodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhajodi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankhajodi
Where is Sankhajodi located?
Sankhajodi village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Nayagarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankhajodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhajodi is Bandhamunda.
What is the pincode of Sankhajodi?
The pincode of Sankhajodi is 752026.
What is the population of Sankhajodi?
Sankhajodi had a total population of 163, including 78 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Sankhajodi?
Sankhajodi had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhajodi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhajodi was 85.00%. Male literacy was 95.77% and female literacy was 73.91%.