Sankhaposh - Lahunipara, Sundargarh
Sankhaposh 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 175 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sankhaposh village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankhaposh is 384815. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 770040 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Sankhaposh 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 Sankhaposh
As per Census 2011, Sankhaposh village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 317 males and 349 females. The village has 144 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 405 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 446 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sankhaposh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 317 | 349 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 62 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 446 | 210 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 150 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 405 | 167 | 238 |
Nearby Villages of Sankhaposh
Sankhaposh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tetengagilla | South | 1.40 km |
| Mahantatangarpali | West | 1.62 km |
| Ghusuriposh | East | 1.89 km |
| Rangalbeda | South | 1.92 km |
| Lauposh | East | 1.99 km |
| Ambarudi | North-East | 2.13 km |
| Gopna | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Kardahudi | South-West | 2.59 km |
| Kisan-tangarpali | West | 2.67 km |
| San-rengalbeda | South | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankhaposh
Sankhaposh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bimlagarh Junction, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.5 km.
| 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 Sankhaposh is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sankhaposh is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sankhaposh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankhaposh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sankhaposh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankhaposh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankhaposh
Where is Sankhaposh located?
Sankhaposh village is located in Lahunipara Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankhaposh?
Sankhaposh is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sankhaposh?
The pincode of Sankhaposh is 770040.
What is the population of Sankhaposh?
Sankhaposh has a total population of 666, including 317 males and 349 females.
How many households are there in Sankhaposh?
There are 144 households in Sankhaposh.
What is the literacy rate in Sankhaposh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sankhaposh is 39.19%. Male literacy is 47.32% and female literacy is 31.81%.