Sitalabasa - Kankadahad, Dhenkanal
Sitalabasa is a village situated in the Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from Kamakshyanagar and around 58 km from Dhenkanal. Raibol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalabasa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalabasa is 402318. The village covers a total geographical area of 199 hectares and falls under the 759039 pincode. Kamakshyanagar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sitalabasa 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 Sitalabasa
As per Census 2011, Sitalabasa village has a total population of 536 people, consisting of 268 males and 268 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitalabasa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 536 | 268 | 268 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 22 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 227 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 41 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalabasa
Sitalabasa 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 Sitalabasa
Sitalabasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kamakshyanagar to Sitalabasa is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhenkanal to Sitalabasa is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitalabasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalabasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitalabasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalabasa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sitalabasa
Where is Sitalabasa located?
Sitalabasa village is located in Kankadahad Tehsil, Dhenkanal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitalabasa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalabasa is Raibol.
What is the pincode of Sitalabasa?
The pincode of Sitalabasa is 759039.
What is the population of Sitalabasa?
Sitalabasa has a total population of 536, including 268 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Sitalabasa?
There are 108 households in Sitalabasa.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalabasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalabasa is 75.37%. Male literacy is 84.70% and female literacy is 66.04%.