Sindhiguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Sindhiguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 157 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Ora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindhiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindhiguda is 417179. The village covers a total geographical area of 211 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 127 km away.
Sindhiguda 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 Sindhiguda
As per Census 2011, Sindhiguda village has a total population of 304 people, consisting of 149 males and 155 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 61 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 118 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 195 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sindhiguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 304 | 149 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 35 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 195 | 96 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 67 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 82 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Sindhiguda
Sindhiguda 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 Sindhiguda
Sindhiguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Sindhiguda is about 127 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sindhiguda is about 157 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sindhiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindhiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sindhiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindhiguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sindhiguda
Where is Sindhiguda located?
Sindhiguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindhiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindhiguda is Ora.
What is the pincode of Sindhiguda?
The pincode of Sindhiguda is 762105.
What is the population of Sindhiguda?
Sindhiguda has a total population of 304, including 149 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Sindhiguda?
There are 66 households in Sindhiguda.
What is the literacy rate in Sindhiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindhiguda is 38.82%. Male literacy is 44.97% and female literacy is 32.90%.