Sinkalposhi - Kochinda, Sambalpur
Sinkalposhi is a village situated in the Kochinda tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kochinda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sambalpur. Hadipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinkalposhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinkalposhi is 381503. The village covers a total geographical area of 361 hectares and falls under the 768222 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Sinkalposhi 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 Sinkalposhi
As per Census 2011, Sinkalposhi village has a total population of 649 people, consisting of 322 males and 327 females. The village has 174 households and a sex ratio of 1,015 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 466 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 269 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sinkalposhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 649 | 322 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 22 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 130 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 466 | 266 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 56 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Sinkalposhi
Sinkalposhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lakhopada | North | 1.66 km |
| Kindira | West | 1.99 km |
| Hadipalikudopali | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Satkama | West | 3.61 km |
| Patrapali | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Junani | North-West | 4.00 km |
| Khandokata | North | 4.02 km |
| Panpali | West | 4.23 km |
| Charbhati | South | 4.72 km |
| Lad | South-East | 4.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sinkalposhi
Sinkalposhi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagdihi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Sinkalposhi is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Sinkalposhi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinkalposhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinkalposhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sinkalposhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinkalposhi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sinkalposhi
Where is Sinkalposhi located?
Sinkalposhi village is located in Kochinda Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sinkalposhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinkalposhi is Hadipali.
What is the pincode of Sinkalposhi?
The pincode of Sinkalposhi is 768222.
What is the population of Sinkalposhi?
Sinkalposhi has a total population of 649, including 322 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Sinkalposhi?
There are 174 households in Sinkalposhi.
What is the literacy rate in Sinkalposhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinkalposhi is 71.80%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 61.16%.