Sitapanga(B ) - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sitapanga(B ) is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Simanbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitapanga(B ) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitapanga(B ) is 417383. The village covers a total geographical area of 506 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Sitapanga(B ) 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 Sitapanga(B )
According to the 2011 Census, Sitapanga(B ) village had a total population of 100 people, including 48 males and 52 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.16%, with male literacy at 35.00% and female literacy at 19.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 34 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Sitapanga(B )
Sitapanga(B ) 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 Sitapanga(B )
Public transport in the Sitapanga(B ) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Surada to Sitapanga(B ) is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sitapanga(B ) is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitapanga(B )
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitapanga(B ) 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 Sitapanga(B )
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitapanga(B ) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sitapanga(B )
Where is Sitapanga(B ) located?
Sitapanga(B ) village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sitapanga(B )?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitapanga(B ) is Simanbadi.
What is the pincode of Sitapanga(B )?
The pincode of Sitapanga(B ) is 762104.
What is the population of Sitapanga(B )?
Sitapanga(B ) had a total population of 100, including 48 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Sitapanga(B )?
Sitapanga(B ) had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitapanga(B )?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitapanga(B ) was 27.16%. Male literacy was 35.00% and female literacy was 19.51%.