Syalia - Kabisuryanagar, Ganjam
Syalia is a village situated in the Kabisuryanagar tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kabisuryanagar and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Sialia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syalia is 411421. The village covers a total geographical area of 214 hectares and falls under the 761104 pincode. Kavisurjyanagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Syalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aska Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Syalia
According to the 2011 Census, Syalia village had a total population of 2,714 people, including 1,445 males and 1,269 females, living in 515 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.84%, with male literacy at 89.51% and female literacy at 64.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 306.
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 | 2,714 | 1,445 | 1,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 177 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 165 | 141 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,862 | 1,135 | 727 |
| Illiterate Population | 852 | 310 | 542 |
Nearby Villages of Syalia
Syalia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hindola | West | 1.14 km |
| Rampudi | North-East | 1.47 km |
| Nandiagada | South-West | 1.81 km |
| Inamadegapadara | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Jamunahill | North | 2.34 km |
| Pathara | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Ambapua | West | 2.70 km |
| Borasingi | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Ekadasi | North-West | 3.04 km |
| Sundariapada | South-West | 3.23 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Syalia
Syalia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Jagan Nathapur, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 104.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kavisurjyanagar to Syalia is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Syalia 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 Syalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syalia 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Syalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Syalia 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Syalia
Where is Syalia located?
Syalia village is located in Kabisuryanagar Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Syalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Syalia is Sialia.
What is the pincode of Syalia?
The pincode of Syalia is 761104.
What is the population of Syalia?
Syalia had a total population of 2,714, including 1,445 males and 1,269 females.
How many households are there in Syalia?
Syalia had 515 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syalia was 77.84%. Male literacy was 89.51% and female literacy was 64.68%.