Siding - Pallahara, Angul
Siding is a village situated in the Pallahara tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Palalahada and around 120 km from Anugul . Chasagurujanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siding village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siding is 403474. The village covers a total geographical area of 208 hectares and falls under the 759119 pincode. Palalahada is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Siding village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siding
According to the 2011 Census, Siding village had a total population of 62 people, including 32 males and 30 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 39.
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 | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 19 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Siding
Siding 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 Siding
Siding is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Siding.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palalahada to Siding is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Siding is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siding
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siding village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Siding
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siding 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 Siding
Where is Siding located?
Siding village is located in Pallahara Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siding?
The Gram Panchayat of Siding is Chasagurujanga.
What is the pincode of Siding?
The pincode of Siding is 759119.
What is the population of Siding?
Siding had a total population of 62, including 32 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Siding?
Siding had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siding?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siding was 81.82%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 75.00%.