Sidheswar Village - Digapahandi, Ganjam
Sidheswar is a village situated in the Digapahandi tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Digapahandi and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sidheswar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidheswar is 412755. The village covers a total geographical area of 528 hectares and falls under the 761054 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sidheswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Digapahandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidheswar
As per Census 2011, Sidheswar village has a total population of 4,138 people, consisting of 2,098 males and 2,040 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males. There are 499 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,345 literate and 1,793 illiterate residents. Additionally, 489 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sidheswar are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,138 | 2,098 | 2,040 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 499 | 282 | 217 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 489 | 244 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 2,345 | 1,339 | 1,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,793 | 759 | 1,034 |
Nearby Villages of Sidheswar
Sidheswar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pitambarapursasana | South-West | 1.74 km |
| Jakarapalli | South | 1.97 km |
| Matiaborai | West | 2.60 km |
| Dankari | South | 2.84 km |
| Kotinada | East | 2.86 km |
| Sipaiambatha | North-East | 2.92 km |
| Gopalpur | South | 2.98 km |
| Bhuduki | North-West | 3.00 km |
| Chotaraipur | South-West | 3.08 km |
| Gokarnapur | South-West | 3.34 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sidheswar
Sidheswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Brahmapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Digapahandi to Sidheswar is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sidheswar is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidheswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidheswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sidheswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidheswar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sidheswar
Where is Sidheswar located?
Sidheswar village is located in Digapahandi Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidheswar?
Sidheswar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sidheswar?
The pincode of Sidheswar is 761054.
What is the population of Sidheswar?
Sidheswar has a total population of 4,138, including 2,098 males and 2,040 females.
How many households are there in Sidheswar?
There are 854 households in Sidheswar.
What is the literacy rate in Sidheswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidheswar is 56.67%. Male literacy is 63.82% and female literacy is 49.31%.