Sihuripanga - Raikia, Kandhamal
Sihuripanga is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sugudabadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihuripanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihuripanga is 417568. The village covers a total geographical area of 51 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Sihuripanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihuripanga
According to the 2011 Census, Sihuripanga village had a total population of 144 people, including 73 males and 71 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 973 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.72%, with male literacy at 75.81% and female literacy at 39.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 140.
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 | 144 | 73 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 47 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 26 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Sihuripanga
Sihuripanga 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 Sihuripanga
Sihuripanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 G. Udayagiri to Sihuripanga is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sihuripanga is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sihuripanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihuripanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sihuripanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihuripanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sihuripanga
Where is Sihuripanga located?
Sihuripanga village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sihuripanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihuripanga is Sugudabadi.
What is the pincode of Sihuripanga?
The pincode of Sihuripanga is 762101.
What is the population of Sihuripanga?
Sihuripanga had a total population of 144, including 73 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Sihuripanga?
Sihuripanga had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihuripanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihuripanga was 57.72%. Male literacy was 75.81% and female literacy was 39.34%.