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
As per Census 2011, Seska village has a total population of 87 people, consisting of 44 males and 43 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 23 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 87 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Seska are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 87 | 44 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 87, including 44 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Seska?
There are 21 households in Seska.
What is the literacy rate in Seska?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Seska is 26.44%. Male literacy is 34.09% and female literacy is 18.60%.