Sinaguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Sinaguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 146 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Judaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinaguda is 417196. The village covers a total geographical area of 376 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 110 km away.
Sinaguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sinaguda
According to the 2011 Census, Sinaguda village had a total population of 135 people, including 59 males and 76 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,288 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.96%, with male literacy at 43.18% and female literacy at 27.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 135 | 59 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 59 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 40 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Sinaguda
Sinaguda 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 Sinaguda
Public transport in the Sinaguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rayagada to Sinaguda is about 110 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sinaguda is about 146 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinaguda 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 Sinaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sinaguda
Where is Sinaguda located?
Sinaguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sinaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinaguda is Judaballi.
What is the pincode of Sinaguda?
The pincode of Sinaguda is 762105.
What is the population of Sinaguda?
Sinaguda had a total population of 135, including 59 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Sinaguda?
Sinaguda had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sinaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinaguda was 33.96%. Male literacy was 43.18% and female literacy was 27.42%.