Sithalo - Niali, Cuttack
Sithalo is a village situated in the Niali tehsil of Cuttack district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Niali and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Cuttack. Sithalo village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sithalo is 400289. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 754105 pincode. Cuttack is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sithalo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Niali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sithalo
As per Census 2011, Sithalo village has a total population of 3,256 people, consisting of 1,669 males and 1,587 females. The village has 749 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,456 literate and 800 illiterate residents. Additionally, 565 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sithalo are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,256 | 1,669 | 1,587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 173 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 565 | 294 | 271 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 2,456 | 1,358 | 1,098 |
| Illiterate Population | 800 | 311 | 489 |
Nearby Villages of Sithalo
Sithalo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ekaberuan | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Katikata | South-West | 1.82 km |
| Amara Pada | North-West | 2.20 km |
| Suanlo | South | 2.52 km |
| Palasa | South | 2.74 km |
| Odapada | East | 2.74 km |
| Patasara | North-East | 2.77 km |
| Akasudha | North | 2.78 km |
| Silada | West | 2.88 km |
| Garapada | South-West | 2.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sithalo
Sithalo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Raghunathpur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.1 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 Cuttack to Sithalo is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sithalo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sithalo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sithalo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sithalo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sithalo
Where is Sithalo located?
Sithalo village is located in Niali Tehsil, Cuttack district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sithalo?
Sithalo is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sithalo?
The pincode of Sithalo is 754105.
What is the population of Sithalo?
Sithalo has a total population of 3,256, including 1,669 males and 1,587 females.
How many households are there in Sithalo?
There are 749 households in Sithalo.
What is the literacy rate in Sithalo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sithalo is 75.43%. Male literacy is 81.37% and female literacy is 69.19%.