Sirliguda - Kokasara, Kalahandi
Sirliguda is a village situated in the Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kokasara and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Temra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirliguda is 424042. The village covers a total geographical area of 401 hectares and falls under the 766019 pincode. Junagarh is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sirliguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharmgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirliguda
According to the 2011 Census, Sirliguda village had a total population of 1,249 people, including 604 males and 645 females, living in 361 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.52%, with male literacy at 72.31% and female literacy at 29.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 225, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 237.
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 | 1,249 | 604 | 645 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 182 | 84 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 225 | 111 | 114 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 123 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 539 | 376 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 710 | 228 | 482 |
Nearby Villages of Sirliguda
Sirliguda 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 Sirliguda
Sirliguda 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 5-10 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 Junagarh to Sirliguda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sirliguda is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirliguda 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 Sirliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirliguda 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sirliguda
Where is Sirliguda located?
Sirliguda village is located in Kokasara Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirliguda is Temra.
What is the pincode of Sirliguda?
The pincode of Sirliguda is 766019.
What is the population of Sirliguda?
Sirliguda had a total population of 1,249, including 604 males and 645 females.
How many households are there in Sirliguda?
Sirliguda had 361 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirliguda was 50.52%. Male literacy was 72.31% and female literacy was 29.80%.