Siuniguda Village - Kundura, Koraput
Siuniguda is a village situated in the Kundura tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundura and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Ranigada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siuniguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siuniguda is 429113. The village covers a total geographical area of 228 hectares and falls under the 764002 pincode. Sunabeda is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Siuniguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotpad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siuniguda
As per Census 2011, Siuniguda village has a total population of 556 people, consisting of 268 males and 288 females. The village has 124 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 403 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 364 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siuniguda are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 556 | 268 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 53 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 364 | 185 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 153 | 108 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 403 | 160 | 243 |
Nearby Villages of Siuniguda
Siuniguda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raniguda | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Sargiguda | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Padmapur | South | 2.36 km |
| Bobiya | North | 2.86 km |
| Atigam | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Bagderi | South-West | 3.24 km |
| Ghatarla | North-East | 3.65 km |
| Soralguda | South | 3.93 km |
| Mundipodar | East | 4.20 km |
| Pakhanaguda | South | 4.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siuniguda
Siuniguda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Charamula Kusum, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sunabeda to Siuniguda is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Siuniguda is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siuniguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siuniguda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Siuniguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siuniguda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siuniguda
Where is Siuniguda located?
Siuniguda village is located in Kundura Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siuniguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Siuniguda is Ranigada.
What is the pincode of Siuniguda?
The pincode of Siuniguda is 764002.
What is the population of Siuniguda?
Siuniguda has a total population of 556, including 268 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Siuniguda?
There are 124 households in Siuniguda.
What is the literacy rate in Siuniguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siuniguda is 27.52%. Male literacy is 40.30% and female literacy is 15.63%.