Sankumudaphal - Balisankara, Sundargarh
Sankumudaphal is a village situated in the Balisankara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Talasara and around 28 km from Sundargarh. Tumlia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankumudaphal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankumudaphal is 384043. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 770014 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Sankumudaphal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sankumudaphal
According to the 2011 Census, Sankumudaphal village had a total population of 165 people, including 82 males and 83 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.05%, with male literacy at 65.75% and female literacy at 38.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 165 | 82 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 48 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 34 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Sankumudaphal
Sankumudaphal 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 Sankumudaphal
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sankumudaphal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sundargarh to Sankumudaphal is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sankumudaphal is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankumudaphal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankumudaphal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankumudaphal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankumudaphal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sankumudaphal
Where is Sankumudaphal located?
Sankumudaphal village is located in Balisankara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sankumudaphal?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankumudaphal is Tumlia.
What is the pincode of Sankumudaphal?
The pincode of Sankumudaphal is 770014.
What is the population of Sankumudaphal?
Sankumudaphal had a total population of 165, including 82 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Sankumudaphal?
Sankumudaphal had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankumudaphal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankumudaphal was 52.05%. Male literacy was 65.75% and female literacy was 38.36%.