Sitalakupuda - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sitalakupuda is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 141 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Siangbali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalakupuda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalakupuda is 417477. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Sitalakupuda 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 Sitalakupuda
As per Census 2011, Sitalakupuda village has a total population of 156 people, consisting of 73 males and 83 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 1,136 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 123 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitalakupuda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 156 | 73 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 42 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 31 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalakupuda
Sitalakupuda 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 Sitalakupuda
Public transport in the Sitalakupuda 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 >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 Sitalakupuda is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sitalakupuda is about 141 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitalakupuda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalakupuda 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 Sitalakupuda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalakupuda 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 Sitalakupuda
Where is Sitalakupuda located?
Sitalakupuda village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitalakupuda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalakupuda is Siangbali.
What is the pincode of Sitalakupuda?
The pincode of Sitalakupuda is 762104.
What is the population of Sitalakupuda?
Sitalakupuda has a total population of 156, including 73 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Sitalakupuda?
There are 41 households in Sitalakupuda.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalakupuda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalakupuda is 42.95%. Male literacy is 57.53% and female literacy is 30.12%.