Sindrigan - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Sindrigan is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sindirigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindrigan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindrigan is 416623. The village covers a total geographical area of 556 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Sindrigan 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 Sindrigan
As per Census 2011, Sindrigan village has a total population of 1,517 people, consisting of 782 males and 735 females. The village has 312 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 254 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 895 literate and 622 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 879 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sindrigan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,517 | 782 | 735 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 142 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 93 | 103 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 879 | 475 | 404 |
| Literate Population | 895 | 550 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 622 | 232 | 390 |
Nearby Villages of Sindrigan
Sindrigan 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 Sindrigan
Sindrigan 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 G. Udayagiri to Sindrigan is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sindrigan is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sindrigan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindrigan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sindrigan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindrigan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sindrigan
Where is Sindrigan located?
Sindrigan village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindrigan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindrigan is Sindirigaon.
What is the pincode of Sindrigan?
The pincode of Sindrigan is 762103.
What is the population of Sindrigan?
Sindrigan has a total population of 1,517, including 782 males and 735 females.
How many households are there in Sindrigan?
There are 312 households in Sindrigan.
What is the literacy rate in Sindrigan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindrigan is 59.00%. Male literacy is 70.33% and female literacy is 46.94%.