Sitapanga - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sitapanga is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Simanbadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitapanga is 417371. The village covers a total geographical area of 587 hectares and falls under the 762103 pincode. Surada is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Sitapanga 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sitapanga village had a total population of 138 people, including 63 males and 75 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,190 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.43%, with male literacy at 40.74% and female literacy at 29.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 138.
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 | 138 | 63 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 63 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 41 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Sitapanga
Sitapanga 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
Public transport in the Sitapanga 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Surada to Sitapanga is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sitapanga is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitapanga
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 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 Sitapanga
Where is Sitapanga located?
Sitapanga village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitapanga is Simanbadi.
What is the pincode of Sitapanga?
The pincode of Sitapanga is 762103.
What is the population of Sitapanga?
Sitapanga had a total population of 138, including 63 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Sitapanga?
Sitapanga had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitapanga was 34.43%. Male literacy was 40.74% and female literacy was 29.41%.