Srimula (Sirimula) - Kamakshyanagar, Dhenkanal
Srimula (Sirimula) is a village situated in the Kamakshyanagar tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from Tumusingha and around 28 km from Dhenkanal. Tumsinga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Srimula (Sirimula) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Srimula (Sirimula) is 402837. The village covers a total geographical area of 285 hectares and falls under the 759026 pincode. Dhenkanal is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Srimula (Sirimula) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Parjanga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Srimula (Sirimula)
According to the 2011 Census, Srimula (Sirimula) village had a total population of 1,701 people, including 888 males and 813 females, living in 415 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.04%, with male literacy at 87.56% and female literacy at 69.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 307.
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 | 1,701 | 888 | 813 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 203 | 108 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 160 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,184 | 683 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 517 | 205 | 312 |
Nearby Villages of Srimula (Sirimula)
Srimula (Sirimula) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tumusingha | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Dhobabahali | North | 2.84 km |
| Kantiokateni | East | 4.18 km |
| Ratnapravapodapada | South | 4.35 km |
| Gundei | South | 4.36 km |
| Mohadia | South | 4.41 km |
| Kaikateni | South-West | 4.41 km |
| Bangurasinga | South-West | 4.81 km |
| Odapada | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Zukateni | South-West | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Srimula (Sirimula)
Public transport in the Srimula (Sirimula) is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hindol Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhenkanal to Srimula (Sirimula) is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Srimula (Sirimula) is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Srimula (Sirimula)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Srimula (Sirimula) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Srimula (Sirimula)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Srimula (Sirimula) 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Srimula (Sirimula)
Where is Srimula (Sirimula) located?
Srimula (Sirimula) village is located in Kamakshyanagar Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Srimula (Sirimula)?
The Gram Panchayat of Srimula (Sirimula) is Tumsinga.
What is the pincode of Srimula (Sirimula)?
The pincode of Srimula (Sirimula) is 759026.
What is the population of Srimula (Sirimula)?
Srimula (Sirimula) had a total population of 1,701, including 888 males and 813 females.
How many households are there in Srimula (Sirimula)?
Srimula (Sirimula) had 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Srimula (Sirimula)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Srimula (Sirimula) was 79.04%. Male literacy was 87.56% and female literacy was 69.78%.