Sanaponkal - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Sanaponkal is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanaponkal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanaponkal is 425139. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sanaponkal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanaponkal
As per Census 2011, Sanaponkal village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 41 males and 45 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 12 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanaponkal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 86 | 41 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 33 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Sanaponkal
Sanaponkal 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 Sanaponkal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sanaponkal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gudari to Sanaponkal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sanaponkal is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanaponkal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanaponkal 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 Sanaponkal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanaponkal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanaponkal
Where is Sanaponkal located?
Sanaponkal village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanaponkal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanaponkal is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Sanaponkal?
The pincode of Sanaponkal is 765026.
What is the population of Sanaponkal?
Sanaponkal has a total population of 86, including 41 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Sanaponkal?
There are 18 households in Sanaponkal.
What is the literacy rate in Sanaponkal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanaponkal is 13.95%. Male literacy is 19.51% and female literacy is 8.89%.