Sanjhinki - Sonapur, Sonepur
Sanjhinki is a village situated in the Sonapur tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 1 km from Sonapur and around 1 km from Subarnapur. Janmura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sanjhinki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanjhinki is 419552. The village covers a total geographical area of 57 hectares and falls under the 767017 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sanjhinki 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 Sanjhinki
According to the 2011 Census, Sanjhinki village had a total population of 322 people, including 166 males and 156 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.82%, with male literacy at 86.39% and female literacy at 49.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 259.
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 | 322 | 166 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 19 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 132 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 127 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 39 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Sanjhinki
Sanjhinki 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 Sanjhinki
Sanjhinki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sonapur to Sanjhinki is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Sanjhinki is about 1 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanjhinki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanjhinki 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 Sanjhinki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanjhinki 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sanjhinki
Where is Sanjhinki located?
Sanjhinki village is located in Sonapur Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sanjhinki?
The Gram Panchayat of Sanjhinki is Janmura.
What is the pincode of Sanjhinki?
The pincode of Sanjhinki is 767017.
What is the population of Sanjhinki?
Sanjhinki had a total population of 322, including 166 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Sanjhinki?
Sanjhinki had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanjhinki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanjhinki was 68.82%. Male literacy was 86.39% and female literacy was 49.24%.