Sasigada - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sasigada is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 149 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bhramarabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sasigada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sasigada is 417478. The village covers a total geographical area of 100 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Sasigada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sasigada
According to the 2011 Census, Sasigada village had a total population of 290 people, including 135 males and 155 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,148 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.79%, with male literacy at 60.19% and female literacy at 23.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 288.
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 | 290 | 135 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 27 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 288 | 134 | 154 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 65 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 70 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Sasigada
Sasigada 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 Sasigada
Sasigada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Sasigada is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sasigada is about 149 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sasigada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sasigada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sasigada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sasigada 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Sasigada
Where is Sasigada located?
Sasigada village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sasigada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sasigada is Bhramarabadi.
What is the pincode of Sasigada?
The pincode of Sasigada is 762104.
What is the population of Sasigada?
Sasigada had a total population of 290, including 135 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Sasigada?
Sasigada had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sasigada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sasigada was 40.79%. Male literacy was 60.19% and female literacy was 23.33%.