Sitalpada - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Sitalpada is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ranapatuli Nuagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalpada is 415731. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 762027 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Sitalpada 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 Sitalpada
According to the 2011 Census, Sitalpada village had a total population of 65 people, including 28 males and 37 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,321 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.82%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 51.52%.
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 | 65 | 28 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 11 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalpada
Sitalpada 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 Sitalpada
Sitalpada 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Sitalpada is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sitalpada is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitalpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalpada 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sitalpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sitalpada
Where is Sitalpada located?
Sitalpada village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitalpada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalpada is Ranapatuli Nuagaon.
What is the pincode of Sitalpada?
The pincode of Sitalpada is 762027.
What is the population of Sitalpada?
Sitalpada had a total population of 65, including 28 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Sitalpada?
Sitalpada had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalpada was 61.82%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 51.52%.