Shantimal - Jamankira, Sambalpur
Shantimal is a village situated in the Jamankira tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from Kochinda and around 67 km from Sambalpur. Bhojpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shantimal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shantimal is 381615. The village covers a total geographical area of 251 hectares and falls under the 768214 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Shantimal 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 Shantimal
As per Census 2011, Shantimal village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 182 males and 207 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,137 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 249 literate and 140 illiterate residents. Additionally, 131 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 188 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shantimal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 182 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 62 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 87 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 135 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 47 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Shantimal
Shantimal 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 Shantimal
Shantimal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kochinda to Shantimal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Shantimal 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 Shantimal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shantimal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Shantimal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shantimal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shantimal
Where is Shantimal located?
Shantimal village is located in Jamankira Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shantimal?
The Gram Panchayat of Shantimal is Bhojpur.
What is the pincode of Shantimal?
The pincode of Shantimal is 768214.
What is the population of Shantimal?
Shantimal has a total population of 389, including 182 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Shantimal?
There are 107 households in Shantimal.
What is the literacy rate in Shantimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shantimal is 64.01%. Male literacy is 74.18% and female literacy is 55.07%.