Seska - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Seska is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 127 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Seska village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Seska is 416507. The village covers a total geographical area of 75 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Seska village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Seska
According to the 2011 Census, Seska village had a total population of 87 people, including 44 males and 43 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.33%, with male literacy at 41.67% and female literacy at 24.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 87.
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 | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 29 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Seska
Seska 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 Seska
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Seska.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonapur to Seska is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Seska is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Seska
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Seska 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 Seska
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Seska 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Seska
Where is Seska located?
Seska village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Seska?
The Gram Panchayat of Seska is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Seska?
The pincode of Seska is 762110.
What is the population of Seska?
Seska had a total population of 87, including 44 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Seska?
Seska had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Seska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seska was 33.33%. Male literacy was 41.67% and female literacy was 24.24%.