Sitaguda - Kotagarh, Kandhamal
Sitaguda is a village situated in the Kotagarh tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kotagarh and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Parigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitaguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitaguda is 417129. The village covers a total geographical area of 81 hectares and falls under the 762105 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sitaguda 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 Sitaguda
As per Census 2011, Sitaguda village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 84 males and 85 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 108 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitaguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 32 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 108 | 54 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 62 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Sitaguda
Sitaguda 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 Sitaguda
Public transport in the Sitaguda 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 Sitaguda is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sitaguda is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitaguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitaguda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitaguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitaguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sitaguda
Where is Sitaguda located?
Sitaguda village is located in Kotagarh Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitaguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitaguda is Parigarh.
What is the pincode of Sitaguda?
The pincode of Sitaguda is 762105.
What is the population of Sitaguda?
Sitaguda has a total population of 169, including 84 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Sitaguda?
There are 27 households in Sitaguda.
What is the literacy rate in Sitaguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitaguda is 19.53%. Male literacy is 26.19% and female literacy is 12.94%.