Sidingi - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Sidingi is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dutipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sidingi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidingi is 415666. The village covers a total geographical area of 249 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sidingi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbani Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidingi
According to the 2011 Census, Sidingi village had a total population of 253 people, including 119 males and 134 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.84%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 52.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 155.
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 | 253 | 119 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 47 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 70 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 90 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 29 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Sidingi
Sidingi 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 Sidingi
Public transport in the Sidingi 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 Phulabani to Sidingi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sidingi is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sidingi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidingi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sidingi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidingi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sidingi
Where is Sidingi located?
Sidingi village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sidingi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sidingi is Dutipada.
What is the pincode of Sidingi?
The pincode of Sidingi is 762012.
What is the population of Sidingi?
Sidingi had a total population of 253, including 119 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Sidingi?
Sidingi had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sidingi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidingi was 67.84%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 52.46%.