Sangopinathpur - Banei, Sundargarh
Sangopinathpur is a village situated in the Banei tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Banei and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Govindpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sangopinathpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sangopinathpur is 385160. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 770051 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Sangopinathpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sangopinathpur
As per Census 2011, Sangopinathpur village has a total population of 607 people, consisting of 299 males and 308 females. The village has 154 households and a sex ratio of 1,030 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 328 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 536 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sangopinathpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 607 | 299 | 308 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 536 | 264 | 272 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 164 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 328 | 135 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Sangopinathpur
Sangopinathpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jharmunda | East | 1.50 km |
| Janukhole | West | 1.63 km |
| Dandabahal | South-East | 1.71 km |
| Basudihi | South | 1.74 km |
| Sankaturidhua | North | 2.12 km |
| Gopinathpur | East | 2.21 km |
| Sanjharmunda | East | 2.76 km |
| Nagadihi | South | 2.96 km |
| Chandrapur | South-West | 2.99 km |
| Mar-dihi | South-East | 3.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sangopinathpur
Sangopinathpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.1 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 Raurkela to Sangopinathpur is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sangopinathpur is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sangopinathpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sangopinathpur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sangopinathpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sangopinathpur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sangopinathpur
Where is Sangopinathpur located?
Sangopinathpur village is located in Banei Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangopinathpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangopinathpur is Govindpur.
What is the pincode of Sangopinathpur?
The pincode of Sangopinathpur is 770051.
What is the population of Sangopinathpur?
Sangopinathpur has a total population of 607, including 299 males and 308 females.
How many households are there in Sangopinathpur?
There are 154 households in Sangopinathpur.
What is the literacy rate in Sangopinathpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sangopinathpur is 45.96%. Male literacy is 54.85% and female literacy is 37.34%.