Siturusahi - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Siturusahi is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Barakhama serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siturusahi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siturusahi is 416606. The village covers a total geographical area of 119 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Siturusahi 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 Siturusahi
As per Census 2011, Siturusahi village has a total population of 360 people, consisting of 191 males and 169 females. The village has 101 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 184 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siturusahi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 360 | 191 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 34 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 77 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 114 | 62 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 77 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Siturusahi
Siturusahi 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 Siturusahi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Siturusahi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Siturusahi is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Siturusahi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siturusahi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siturusahi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Siturusahi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siturusahi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siturusahi
Where is Siturusahi located?
Siturusahi village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siturusahi?
The Gram Panchayat of Siturusahi is Barakhama.
What is the pincode of Siturusahi?
The pincode of Siturusahi is 762110.
What is the population of Siturusahi?
Siturusahi has a total population of 360, including 191 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Siturusahi?
There are 101 households in Siturusahi.
What is the literacy rate in Siturusahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siturusahi is 48.89%. Male literacy is 59.69% and female literacy is 36.69%.