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
According to the 2011 Census, Sirla village had a total population of 440 people, including 232 males and 208 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.42%, with male literacy at 72.40% and female literacy at 32.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 339.
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 | 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 had a total population of 440, including 232 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Sirla?
Sirla had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirla was 53.42%. Male literacy was 72.40% and female literacy was 32.37%.