Siliguda - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Siliguda is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from Brahmanigaon and around 159 km from Phulbani. Saramuli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siliguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siliguda is 417310. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 762021 pincode. Digapahandi is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Siliguda 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 Siliguda
According to the 2011 Census, Siliguda village had a total population of 25 people, including 13 males and 12 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.78%, with male literacy at 41.67% and female literacy at 27.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 25.
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 | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Siliguda
Siliguda 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 Siliguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Siliguda.
| 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 Digapahandi to Siliguda is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Siliguda is about 159 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siliguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siliguda 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Siliguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siliguda 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 Siliguda
Where is Siliguda located?
Siliguda village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Siliguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Siliguda is Saramuli.
What is the pincode of Siliguda?
The pincode of Siliguda is 762021.
What is the population of Siliguda?
Siliguda had a total population of 25, including 13 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Siliguda?
Siliguda had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siliguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siliguda was 34.78%. Male literacy was 41.67% and female literacy was 27.27%.