Sitaguduri - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Sitaguduri is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dutimendi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitaguduri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitaguduri is 415579. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sitaguduri 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 Sitaguduri
According to the 2011 Census, Sitaguduri village had a total population of 42 people, including 20 males and 22 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 47.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 42.
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 | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 4 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Sitaguduri
Sitaguduri 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 Sitaguduri
Sitaguduri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Sitaguduri is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sitaguduri is about 20 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 Sitaguduri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitaguduri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitaguduri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitaguduri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sitaguduri
Where is Sitaguduri located?
Sitaguduri village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitaguduri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitaguduri is Dutimendi.
What is the pincode of Sitaguduri?
The pincode of Sitaguduri is 762012.
What is the population of Sitaguduri?
Sitaguduri had a total population of 42, including 20 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Sitaguduri?
Sitaguduri had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitaguduri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitaguduri was 71.43%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 47.37%.