Sailanga - R.Udayagiri, Gajapati
Sailanga is a village situated in the R.Udayagiri tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from R.udaygiri and around 76 km from Paralakhemundi. Chelligada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sailanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sailanga is 414135. The village covers a total geographical area of 334 hectares and falls under the 761017 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Sailanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sailanga
According to the 2011 Census, Sailanga village had a total population of 660 people, including 342 males and 318 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.77%, with male literacy at 57.29% and female literacy at 23.30%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 660 | 342 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 169 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 173 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Sailanga
Sailanga 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tiligan | North-East | 1.50 km |
| Jalara(talada) | West | 2.24 km |
| Kakili | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Padamapur | South-West | 2.32 km |
| Bhaliasahi | South | 2.34 km |
| Dambadiha | East | 2.39 km |
| Sindhiba | South-East | 2.85 km |
| J.b.-17 | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Kandhadiha | North | 3.59 km |
| Abarsing | West | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sailanga
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Sailanga. The nearest railway station is Sompeta, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 120.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Parlakhemundi to Sailanga is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Sailanga is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sailanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sailanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sailanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sailanga 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sailanga
Where is Sailanga located?
Sailanga village is located in R.Udayagiri Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sailanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sailanga is Chelligada.
What is the pincode of Sailanga?
The pincode of Sailanga is 761017.
What is the population of Sailanga?
Sailanga had a total population of 660, including 342 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Sailanga?
Sailanga had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sailanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sailanga was 40.77%. Male literacy was 57.29% and female literacy was 23.30%.