Saitingia - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Saitingia is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pabingia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saitingia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saitingia is 416352. The village covers a total geographical area of 366 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Saitingia 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 Saitingia
According to the 2011 Census, Saitingia village had a total population of 379 people, including 174 males and 205 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 1,178 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.83%, with male literacy at 71.72% and female literacy at 44.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 379 | 174 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 24 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 122 | 129 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 104 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 70 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Saitingia
Saitingia 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 Saitingia
Public transport in the Saitingia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Saitingia is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Saitingia is about 35 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 Saitingia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saitingia 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 Saitingia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Saitingia 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 Saitingia
Where is Saitingia located?
Saitingia village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saitingia?
The Gram Panchayat of Saitingia is Pabingia.
What is the pincode of Saitingia?
The pincode of Saitingia is 762011.
What is the population of Saitingia?
Saitingia had a total population of 379, including 174 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Saitingia?
Saitingia had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saitingia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saitingia was 56.83%. Male literacy was 71.72% and female literacy was 44.63%.