Sila Pokhari - Rajnagar, Kendrapara
Sila Pokhari is a village situated in the Rajnagar tehsil of Kendrapara district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajnagar and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Kendrapara . Iswarpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sila Pokhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sila Pokhari is 395818. The village covers a total geographical area of 64 hectares and falls under the 754248 pincode. Pattamundai is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Sila Pokhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajanagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kendrapara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sila Pokhari
According to the 2011 Census, Sila Pokhari village had a total population of 237 people, including 115 males and 122 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,061 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.36%, with male literacy at 99.07% and female literacy at 83.93%.
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 | 237 | 115 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 107 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 8 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Sila Pokhari
Sila Pokhari 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 Sila Pokhari
Sila Pokhari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Pattamundai to Sila Pokhari is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kendrapara to Sila Pokhari is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sila Pokhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sila Pokhari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sila Pokhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sila Pokhari 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 Sila Pokhari
Where is Sila Pokhari located?
Sila Pokhari village is located in Rajnagar Tehsil, Kendrapara district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sila Pokhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Sila Pokhari is Iswarpur.
What is the pincode of Sila Pokhari?
The pincode of Sila Pokhari is 754248.
What is the population of Sila Pokhari?
Sila Pokhari had a total population of 237, including 115 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Sila Pokhari?
Sila Pokhari had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sila Pokhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sila Pokhari was 91.36%. Male literacy was 99.07% and female literacy was 83.93%.