Sankhajurinali - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Sankhajurinali is a village situated in the Lahunipara tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lahunipara and around 169 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Kaleiposh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankhajurinali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhajurinali is 384883. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Sankhajurinali 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 Sankhajurinali
According to the 2011 Census, Sankhajurinali village had a total population of 116 people, including 61 males and 55 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.47%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 47.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 114.
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 | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 16 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 114 | 61 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 31 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhajurinali
Sankhajurinali 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 Sankhajurinali
Public transport in the Sankhajurinali is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Sankhajurinali is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sankhajurinali is about 169 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhajurinali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhajurinali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sankhajurinali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhajurinali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankhajurinali
Where is Sankhajurinali located?
Sankhajurinali village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhajurinali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankhajurinali is Kaleiposh.
What is the pincode of Sankhajurinali?
The pincode of Sankhajurinali is 770040.
What is the population of Sankhajurinali?
Sankhajurinali had a total population of 116, including 61 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Sankhajurinali?
Sankhajurinali had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhajurinali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhajurinali was 57.47%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 47.62%.