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
According to the 2011 Census, Siturusahi village had a total population of 360 people, including 191 males and 169 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.41%, with male literacy at 77.03% and female literacy at 46.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 142.
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 | 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 had a total population of 360, including 191 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Siturusahi?
Siturusahi had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siturusahi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siturusahi was 62.41%. Male literacy was 77.03% and female literacy was 46.27%.