Sankhabhaguni - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Sankhabhaguni is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from Kisinda and around 67 km from Sambalpur. Panimura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhabhaguni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhabhaguni is 382092. The village covers a total geographical area of 148 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sankhabhaguni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankhabhaguni
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhabhaguni village had a total population of 265 people, including 134 males and 131 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.72%, with male literacy at 71.30% and female literacy at 56.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 265.
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 | 265 | 134 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 134 | 131 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 57 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhabhaguni
Sankhabhaguni 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 Sankhabhaguni
Public transport in the Sankhabhaguni is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Redhakhol to Sankhabhaguni is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Sankhabhaguni 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 Sankhabhaguni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhabhaguni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankhabhaguni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhabhaguni 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 Sankhabhaguni
Where is Sankhabhaguni located?
Sankhabhaguni village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankhabhaguni?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhabhaguni is Panimura.
What is the pincode of Sankhabhaguni?
The pincode of Sankhabhaguni is 768106.
What is the population of Sankhabhaguni?
Sankhabhaguni had a total population of 265, including 134 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Sankhabhaguni?
Sankhabhaguni had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhabhaguni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhabhaguni was 63.72%. Male literacy was 71.30% and female literacy was 56.07%.