Sahala - Rampur, Sonepur
Sahala is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Dunguripali and around 73 km from Subarnapur. Sahala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahala is 418880. The village covers a total geographical area of 680 hectares and falls under the 767023 pincode. Barpali is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sahala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sahala
As per Census 2011, Sahala village has a total population of 3,825 people, consisting of 1,972 males and 1,853 females. The village has 1,006 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 436 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,654 literate and 1,171 illiterate residents. Additionally, 981 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 421 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,825 | 1,972 | 1,853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 436 | 236 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 981 | 502 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 421 | 215 | 206 |
| Literate Population | 2,654 | 1,506 | 1,148 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,171 | 466 | 705 |
Nearby Villages of Sahala
Sahala 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 Sahala
Public transport in the Sahala is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sahala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barpali to Sahala is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Sahala is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sahala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahala 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 Sahala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahala 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sahala
Where is Sahala located?
Sahala village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahala?
Sahala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahala?
The pincode of Sahala is 767023.
What is the population of Sahala?
Sahala has a total population of 3,825, including 1,972 males and 1,853 females.
How many households are there in Sahala?
There are 1,006 households in Sahala.
What is the literacy rate in Sahala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahala is 69.39%. Male literacy is 76.37% and female literacy is 61.95%.