Sirimaska - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Sirimaska is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Sindhipadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirimaska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirimaska is 424239. The village covers a total geographical area of 191 hectares and falls under the 766037 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Sirimaska 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 Sirimaska
As per Census 2011, Sirimaska village has a total population of 661 people, consisting of 345 males and 316 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 136 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 235 literate and 426 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 510 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirimaska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 661 | 345 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 136 | 69 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 264 | 246 |
| Literate Population | 235 | 172 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 173 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Sirimaska
Sirimaska 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 Sirimaska
Sirimaska is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sirimaska is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirimaska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirimaska 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirimaska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirimaska village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirimaska
Where is Sirimaska located?
Sirimaska village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirimaska?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirimaska is Sindhipadar.
What is the pincode of Sirimaska?
The pincode of Sirimaska is 766037.
What is the population of Sirimaska?
Sirimaska has a total population of 661, including 345 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Sirimaska?
There are 127 households in Sirimaska.
What is the literacy rate in Sirimaska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirimaska is 35.55%. Male literacy is 49.86% and female literacy is 19.94%.