Shrigoni - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Shrigoni is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from Gochhapada and around 43 km from Phulbani. Polabrudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shrigoni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shrigoni is 415279. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 762002 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Shrigoni 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 Shrigoni
As per Census 2011, Shrigoni village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 147 males and 154 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 59 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 198 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 222 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shrigoni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 147 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 29 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 222 | 106 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 69 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 198 | 78 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Shrigoni
Shrigoni 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 Shrigoni
Public transport in the Shrigoni 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Shrigoni is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Shrigoni is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shrigoni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shrigoni 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shrigoni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shrigoni 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shrigoni
Where is Shrigoni located?
Shrigoni village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shrigoni?
The Gram Panchayat of Shrigoni is Polabrudi.
What is the pincode of Shrigoni?
The pincode of Shrigoni is 762002.
What is the population of Shrigoni?
Shrigoni has a total population of 301, including 147 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Shrigoni?
There are 73 households in Shrigoni.
What is the literacy rate in Shrigoni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shrigoni is 34.22%. Male literacy is 46.94% and female literacy is 22.08%.