San-Sangidi - Gunupur, Rayagada
San-Sangidi is a village situated in the Gunupur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gunupur and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Gothalapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for San-Sangidi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of San-Sangidi is 426830. The village covers a total geographical area of 564 hectares and falls under the 765034 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
San-Sangidi 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 San-Sangidi
According to the 2011 Census, San-Sangidi village had a total population of 301 people, including 150 males and 151 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,007 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.39%, with male literacy at 72.82% and female literacy at 26.32%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 301.
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 | 301 | 150 | 151 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 47 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 150 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 105 | 75 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 75 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of San-Sangidi
San-Sangidi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Hatibadi | North | 1.48 km |
| Singubai | East | 1.51 km |
| Gotalapadar | West | 1.87 km |
| Baridi | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Bainapadar | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Machhakhunti | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Penguda Alias Bodobikrampur | North | 2.67 km |
| Kururaguda | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Pagadabili | North-East | 3.15 km |
| Jaganathapur | East | 3.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of San-Sangidi
San-Sangidi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Palasingi, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gunupur to San-Sangidi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to San-Sangidi is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in San-Sangidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for San-Sangidi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in San-Sangidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving San-Sangidi 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 San-Sangidi
Where is San-Sangidi located?
San-Sangidi village is located in Gunupur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of San-Sangidi?
The Gram Panchayat of San-Sangidi is Gothalapadar.
What is the pincode of San-Sangidi?
The pincode of San-Sangidi is 765034.
What is the population of San-Sangidi?
San-Sangidi had a total population of 301, including 150 males and 151 females.
How many households are there in San-Sangidi?
San-Sangidi had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in San-Sangidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of San-Sangidi was 48.39%. Male literacy was 72.82% and female literacy was 26.32%.