Sirigaon - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Sirigaon is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 41 km from Narala and around 56 km from Bhawanipatna. Bhurtigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirigaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirigaon is 422860. The village covers a total geographical area of 176 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Sirigaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sirigaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sirigaon village had a total population of 116 people, including 53 males and 63 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,189 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.13%, with male literacy at 82.22% and female literacy at 27.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 116.
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 | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 116 | 53 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 37 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 16 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Sirigaon
Sirigaon 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 Sirigaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sirigaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhawanipatna to Sirigaon is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sirigaon is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirigaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirigaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirigaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirigaon 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 Sirigaon
Where is Sirigaon located?
Sirigaon village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sirigaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirigaon is Bhurtigarh.
What is the pincode of Sirigaon?
The pincode of Sirigaon is 766100.
What is the population of Sirigaon?
Sirigaon had a total population of 116, including 53 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Sirigaon?
Sirigaon had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirigaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirigaon was 53.13%. Male literacy was 82.22% and female literacy was 27.45%.