Siura - Pottangi, Koraput
Siura is a village situated in the Pottangi tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pottangi and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Pottangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siura is 430033. The village covers a total geographical area of 139 hectares and falls under the 764039 pincode. Jeypur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Siura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pottangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siura
As per Census 2011, Siura village has a total population of 512 people, consisting of 248 males and 264 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,064 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 507 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 512 | 248 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 245 | 262 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 145 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 103 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Siura
Siura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Podapadar | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Nuagam | North-West | 2.02 km |
| Digugabadar | North-East | 2.07 km |
| Pilikabitra | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Telrai | South | 2.36 km |
| Podalguda(padalguda) | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Metabehera | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Bitra | East | 3.75 km |
| Karidi | West | 4.04 km |
| Totavalsa | East | 4.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siura
Siura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Arakku, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.5 km.
| 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 Jeypur to Siura is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Siura is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siura 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 Siura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Siura
Where is Siura located?
Siura village is located in Pottangi Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siura?
The Gram Panchayat of Siura is Pottangi.
What is the pincode of Siura?
The pincode of Siura is 764039.
What is the population of Siura?
Siura has a total population of 512, including 248 males and 264 females.
How many households are there in Siura?
There are 106 households in Siura.
What is the literacy rate in Siura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siura is 55.08%. Male literacy is 58.47% and female literacy is 51.89%.