Siriguda - Narayanpatana, Koraput
Siriguda is a village situated in the Narayanpatana tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narayanpatana and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kumbhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siriguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siriguda is 428587. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 764014 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Siriguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siriguda
As per Census 2011, Siriguda village has a total population of 617 people, consisting of 297 males and 320 females. The village has 133 households and a sex ratio of 1,077 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 73 literate and 544 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 561 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siriguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 617 | 297 | 320 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 42 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 561 | 271 | 290 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 53 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 544 | 244 | 300 |
Nearby Villages of Siriguda
Siriguda 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 Siriguda
Siriguda 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Siriguda is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Siriguda is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siriguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Siriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siriguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Siriguda
Where is Siriguda located?
Siriguda village is located in Narayanpatana Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siriguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Siriguda is Kumbhari.
What is the pincode of Siriguda?
The pincode of Siriguda is 764014.
What is the population of Siriguda?
Siriguda has a total population of 617, including 297 males and 320 females.
How many households are there in Siriguda?
There are 133 households in Siriguda.
What is the literacy rate in Siriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siriguda is 11.83%. Male literacy is 17.85% and female literacy is 6.25%.