Sahajbahal Village - Baragaon, Sundargarh
Sahajbahal is a village situated in the Baragaon tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baragaon and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sahajbahal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sahajbahal is 384087. The village covers a total geographical area of 1351 hectares and falls under the 770016 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Sahajbahal 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 Sahajbahal
As per Census 2011, Sahajbahal village has a total population of 2,694 people, consisting of 1,339 males and 1,355 females. The village has 723 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 359 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,652 literate and 1,042 illiterate residents. Additionally, 508 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,304 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sahajbahal are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,694 | 1,339 | 1,355 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 359 | 192 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 508 | 253 | 255 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,304 | 643 | 661 |
| Literate Population | 1,652 | 911 | 741 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,042 | 428 | 614 |
Nearby Villages of Sahajbahal
Sahajbahal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manoharpur | South-West | 2.82 km |
| Manchamara | South | 2.83 km |
| Jhantalbud | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Kinjirkela | South | 3.62 km |
| Sankraposh | West | 3.68 km |
| Talimunda | West | 3.78 km |
| Pamra | North-East | 3.89 km |
| Siamal | North | 4.01 km |
| Rengalmal | North | 4.01 km |
| Singarmunda | North-West | 4.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sahajbahal
Public transport in the Sahajbahal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Sundargarh to Sahajbahal is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sahajbahal is about 37 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 Sahajbahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sahajbahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sahajbahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sahajbahal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sahajbahal
Where is Sahajbahal located?
Sahajbahal village is located in Baragaon Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sahajbahal?
Sahajbahal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sahajbahal?
The pincode of Sahajbahal is 770016.
What is the population of Sahajbahal?
Sahajbahal has a total population of 2,694, including 1,339 males and 1,355 females.
How many households are there in Sahajbahal?
There are 723 households in Sahajbahal.
What is the literacy rate in Sahajbahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sahajbahal is 61.32%. Male literacy is 68.04% and female literacy is 54.69%.