Sankarpali - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Sankarpali is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Mahulpalli and around 95 km from Sambalpur. Bauriguda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankarpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankarpali is 381429. The village covers a total geographical area of 53 hectares and falls under the 768228 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sankarpali 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 Sankarpali
According to the 2011 Census, Sankarpali village had a total population of 12 people, including 6 males and 6 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 12.
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 | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Sankarpali
Sankarpali 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 Sankarpali
Public transport in the Sankarpali 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 Kochinda to Sankarpali is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Sankarpali is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankarpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankarpali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankarpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankarpali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankarpali
Where is Sankarpali located?
Sankarpali village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankarpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankarpali is Bauriguda.
What is the pincode of Sankarpali?
The pincode of Sankarpali is 768228.
What is the population of Sankarpali?
Sankarpali had a total population of 12, including 6 males and 6 females.
How many households are there in Sankarpali?
Sankarpali had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankarpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankarpali was 75.00%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 66.67%.