Similia Village Overview
Similia is a village in Gandia tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It lies about 8 km from Gandia tehsil headquarters and around 31 km from Dhenkanal district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Sorisiapada is the Gram Panchayat for Similia village.
The sections below provide essential information about Similia village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Similia is 402769. The village covers a geographical area of 241 hectares and has a pincode of 759016. Tangi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Location Map of Similia
Population & Demographics of Similia
This section provides population and demographic details of Similia village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 340 | 173 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 20 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 166 | 159 |
| Literate Population | 213 | 135 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 38 | 89 |
Key population details of Similia village are given below:
- Similia village is a small village with a total population of around 340, including approximately 173 males and 167 females, with a sex ratio of 965 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 325 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Similia village is good, with a literacy rate of about 62.65%.
- There are around 93 households in Similia village.
Transport & Connectivity of Similia
Transport facilities help residents of Similia village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Similia
The following villages are located close to Similia and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Similia
- Where is Similia located?
- Similia village is located in Gandia Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Similia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Similia is Sorisiapada (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Similia?
- The pincode of Similia is 759016.
- What is the population of Similia?
- Similia has a total population of 340, including 173 males and 167 females.
- How many households are there in Similia?
- There are 93 households in Similia.
- What is the literacy rate in Similia?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Similia is 62.65%. Male literacy is 78.03% and female literacy is 46.71%.