Siranga - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Siranga is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 155 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kotagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siranga is 417199. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 126 km away.
Siranga 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 Siranga
As per Census 2011, Siranga village has a total population of 173 people, consisting of 89 males and 84 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 25 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 167 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 89 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 167 | 87 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 25 | 20 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 69 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Siranga
Siranga 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 Siranga
Public transport in the Siranga 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 Rayagada to Siranga is about 126 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Siranga is about 155 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Siranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siranga
Where is Siranga located?
Siranga village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Siranga is Kotagarh.
What is the pincode of Siranga?
The pincode of Siranga is 762105.
What is the population of Siranga?
Siranga has a total population of 173, including 89 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Siranga?
There are 37 households in Siranga.
What is the literacy rate in Siranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siranga is 14.45%. Male literacy is 22.47% and female literacy is 5.95%.