Sitapodi - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Sitapodi is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Lubengada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitapodi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitapodi is 422565. The village covers a total geographical area of 1 hectares and falls under the 766102 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Sitapodi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitapodi
According to the 2011 Census, Sitapodi village had a total population of 33 people, including 21 males and 12 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 571 females per 1,000 males. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 17.
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 | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 9 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Sitapodi
Sitapodi 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 Sitapodi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sitapodi.
| 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 Sitapodi is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitapodi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitapodi 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 Sitapodi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitapodi 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 Sitapodi
Where is Sitapodi located?
Sitapodi village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sitapodi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitapodi is Lubengada.
What is the pincode of Sitapodi?
The pincode of Sitapodi is 766102.
What is the population of Sitapodi?
Sitapodi had a total population of 33, including 21 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Sitapodi?
Sitapodi had 6 households.