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
According to the 2011 Census, Shantimal village had a total population of 389 people, including 182 males and 207 females, living in 107 households. The sex ratio was 1,137 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.34%, with male literacy at 82.32% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 131, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 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 had a total population of 389, including 182 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Shantimal?
Shantimal had 107 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shantimal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shantimal was 70.34%. Male literacy was 82.32% and female literacy was 60.00%.