Saplat - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Saplat is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jamankira and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Mundhenpali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saplat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saplat is 381959. The village covers a total geographical area of 69 hectares and falls under the 768107 pincode. Sambalpur is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Saplat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kuchinda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Saplat
According to the 2011 Census, Saplat village had a total population of 251 people, including 122 males and 129 females, living in 59 households. The sex ratio was 1,057 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.45%, with male literacy at 88.29% and female literacy at 70.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 251 | 122 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 11 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 98 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 24 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Saplat
Saplat 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 Saplat
Saplat 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 Sambalpur to Saplat is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saplat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saplat 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 Saplat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saplat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Saplat
Where is Saplat located?
Saplat village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Saplat?
The Gram Panchayat of Saplat is Mundhenpali.
What is the pincode of Saplat?
The pincode of Saplat is 768107.
What is the population of Saplat?
Saplat had a total population of 251, including 122 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Saplat?
Saplat had 59 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saplat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saplat was 79.45%. Male literacy was 88.29% and female literacy was 70.37%.