Siskela - Saintala, Balangir
Siskela is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Siskela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siskela is 421190. The village covers a total geographical area of 445 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Siskela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siskela
As per Census 2011, Siskela village has a total population of 3,124 people, consisting of 1,568 males and 1,556 females. The village has 906 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 459 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,453 literate and 1,671 illiterate residents. Additionally, 415 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 503 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siskela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,124 | 1,568 | 1,556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 459 | 220 | 239 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 415 | 205 | 210 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 503 | 242 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 1,453 | 880 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,671 | 688 | 983 |
Nearby Villages of Siskela
Siskela 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamtara | East | 1.75 km |
| Babuulaba | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Belgaon | West | 2.13 km |
| Bhorpara | North | 2.35 km |
| Kandhulba | North-East | 2.60 km |
| Ghantbahali | North | 2.84 km |
| Rajapada | South-East | 3.09 km |
| Turlakhaman | South | 3.31 km |
| Jubamal | North | 3.43 km |
| Kusamkhal | West | 3.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siskela
Siskela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Badmal, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Siskela is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Siskela is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siskela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siskela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siskela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siskela 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siskela
Where is Siskela located?
Siskela village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siskela?
Siskela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siskela?
The pincode of Siskela is 767032.
What is the population of Siskela?
Siskela has a total population of 3,124, including 1,568 males and 1,556 females.
How many households are there in Siskela?
There are 906 households in Siskela.
What is the literacy rate in Siskela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siskela is 46.51%. Male literacy is 56.12% and female literacy is 36.83%.