Sirla - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Sirla is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tumudibandha and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Sirla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirla is 416955. The village covers a total geographical area of 415 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Sirla 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 Sirla
As per Census 2011, Sirla village has a total population of 440 people, consisting of 232 males and 208 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 75 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 195 literate and 245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 339 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 440 | 232 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 40 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 179 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 139 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 245 | 93 | 152 |
Nearby Villages of Sirla
Sirla 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 Sirla
Sirla 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 >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 Sirla is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sirla is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sirla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sirla
Where is Sirla located?
Sirla village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirla?
Sirla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sirla?
The pincode of Sirla is 762107.
What is the population of Sirla?
Sirla has a total population of 440, including 232 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Sirla?
There are 77 households in Sirla.
What is the literacy rate in Sirla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirla is 44.32%. Male literacy is 59.91% and female literacy is 26.92%.