Sirissapanga - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Sirissapanga is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Gumikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirissapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirissapanga is 416781. The village covers a total geographical area of 217 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 115 km away.
Sirissapanga 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 Sirissapanga
As per Census 2011, Sirissapanga village has a total population of 305 people, consisting of 144 males and 161 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 1,118 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 202 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 298 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirissapanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 305 | 144 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 24 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 298 | 140 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 68 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 76 | 126 |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirissapanga
Public transport in the Sirissapanga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Phulabani to Sirissapanga is about 115 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sirissapanga is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirissapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirissapanga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sirissapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirissapanga 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirissapanga
Where is Sirissapanga located?
Sirissapanga village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirissapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirissapanga is Gumikia.
What is the pincode of Sirissapanga?
The pincode of Sirissapanga is 762103.
What is the population of Sirissapanga?
Sirissapanga has a total population of 305, including 144 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Sirissapanga?
There are 70 households in Sirissapanga.
What is the literacy rate in Sirissapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirissapanga is 33.77%. Male literacy is 47.22% and female literacy is 21.74%.