Sirikijhola - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Sirikijhola is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Malijubanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirikijhola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirikijhola is 423034. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Sirikijhola 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 Sirikijhola
As per Census 2011, Sirikijhola village has a total population of 52 people, consisting of 26 males and 26 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 4 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 52 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirikijhola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 26 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1 | - | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 26 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sirikijhola
Sirikijhola 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 Sirikijhola
Sirikijhola 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sirikijhola is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sirikijhola 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 Sirikijhola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirikijhola 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 Sirikijhola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirikijhola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirikijhola
Where is Sirikijhola located?
Sirikijhola village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirikijhola?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirikijhola is Malijubanga.
What is the pincode of Sirikijhola?
The pincode of Sirikijhola is 766020.
What is the population of Sirikijhola?
Sirikijhola has a total population of 52, including 26 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Sirikijhola?
There are 11 households in Sirikijhola.