Sidhapur - Surada, Ganjam
Sidhapur is a village situated in the Surada tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 45 km from Badagada and around 100 km from Chatrapur. Sidhapur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidhapur is 411030. The village covers a total geographical area of 480 hectares and falls under the 761109 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Sidhapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidhapur
As per Census 2011, Sidhapur village has a total population of 3,409 people, consisting of 1,747 males and 1,662 females. The village has 782 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,181 literate and 1,228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 602 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sidhapur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,409 | 1,747 | 1,662 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 207 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 602 | 309 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 2,181 | 1,220 | 961 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,228 | 527 | 701 |
Nearby Villages of Sidhapur
Sidhapur 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 Sidhapur
Sidhapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Surada to Sidhapur is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sidhapur is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidhapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidhapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sidhapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidhapur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sidhapur
Where is Sidhapur located?
Sidhapur village is located in Surada Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sidhapur?
Sidhapur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sidhapur?
The pincode of Sidhapur is 761109.
What is the population of Sidhapur?
Sidhapur has a total population of 3,409, including 1,747 males and 1,662 females.
How many households are there in Sidhapur?
There are 782 households in Sidhapur.
What is the literacy rate in Sidhapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidhapur is 63.98%. Male literacy is 69.83% and female literacy is 57.82%.