Sitaleswar - Aali, Kendrapara
Sitaleswar is a village situated in the Aali tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Aali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Nial serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitaleswar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitaleswar is 396171. The village covers a total geographical area of 295 hectares and falls under the 754219 pincode. Kendrapara is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sitaleswar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Aul Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitaleswar
As per Census 2011, Sitaleswar village has a total population of 1,425 people, consisting of 716 males and 709 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,155 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitaleswar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,425 | 716 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 28 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,155 | 629 | 526 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 87 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Sitaleswar
Sitaleswar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nial | North | 1.60 km |
| Belsarpur | South-East | 1.63 km |
| Chandiagarhi | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Radhanagar | East | 1.96 km |
| Mendhapur | East | 2.23 km |
| Gaudapatna | North | 2.56 km |
| Gavadia | East | 2.62 km |
| Arehikana | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Saliancha | West | 2.85 km |
| Kantipur | North-East | 2.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitaleswar
Sitaleswar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Paradip, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 75.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kendrapara to Sitaleswar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Sitaleswar is about 40 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 Sitaleswar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitaleswar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sitaleswar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitaleswar 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 Sitaleswar
Where is Sitaleswar located?
Sitaleswar village is located in Aali Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitaleswar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitaleswar is Nial.
What is the pincode of Sitaleswar?
The pincode of Sitaleswar is 754219.
What is the population of Sitaleswar?
Sitaleswar has a total population of 1,425, including 716 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Sitaleswar?
There are 303 households in Sitaleswar.
What is the literacy rate in Sitaleswar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitaleswar is 81.05%. Male literacy is 87.85% and female literacy is 74.19%.