Similiguda
Similiguda is a Town and Tehsil in Koraput District of Odisha. In India, a tehsil is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Similiguda Block (CD) is 03215. The total area of Similiguda Tehsil is 156 km². Similiguda has a sex ratio of approximately 1064 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Similiguda Tehsil
Similiguda Tehsil has a total of 22 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Similiguda Tehsil, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aligan | Pakjhola | Nabarangapur (15 km) |
| 2 | Charagaon | Pitaguda | Kotpad (18 km) |
| 3 | Choragan | Pitaguda | Kotpad (20 km) |
| 4 | Dudhari | Dudhari | Nabarangapur (13 km) |
| 5 | Jaganpur | Pitaguda | Kotpad (20 km) |
| 6 | Kakaramba | Pakjhola | Nabarangapur (12 km) |
| 7 | Kakiriguda | Dolaiguda | Kotpad (25 km) |
| 8 | Kangara | Rajput | Kotpad (15 km) |
| 9 | Kumbhariput | Pitaguda | Kotpad (25 km) |
| 10 | Kutugam | Dolaiguda | Kotpad (30 km) |
| 11 | Lunguri | Pakjhola | Koraput (68 km) |
| 12 | Mania | Pakjhola | Kotpad (26 km) |
| 13 | Mantriput | Dolaiguda | Kotpad (26 km) |
| 14 | Mukhibedei | Rajput | Koraput (82 km) |
| 15 | Pakhanaput | Rajput | Koraput (74 km) |
| 16 | Phuladaba | Gunthaput | Kotpad (23 km) |
| 17 | Podagada | Rajput | Kotpad (15 km) |
| 18 | Rajabedei | Rajput | Kotpad (17 km) |
| 19 | Ranikona | Dolaiguda | Kotpad (20 km) |
| 20 | Ruseiput | Rajput | Kotpad (14 km) |
| 21 | Sriramput | Rajput | Kotpad (16 km) |
| 22 | Sundhiput | Dudhari | Koraput (64 km) |
Population of Similiguda Tehsil
The population profile of Similiguda Tehsil offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Similiguda Tehsil's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,247 | 22,247 | N/A |
| Male Population | 10,778 | 10,778 | N/A |
| Female Population | 11,469 | 11,469 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 3,843 | 3,843 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,928 | 1,928 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 1,915 | 1,915 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 8,595 | 8,595 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 5,274 | 5,274 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 3,321 | 3,321 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 13,652 | 13,652 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 5,504 | 5,504 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 8,148 | 8,148 | N/A |
| Total Households | 5,816 | 5,816 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 22,247 people. Includes nearly 10,778 males and 11,469 females. Rural population is about 22,247 people.
- There are around 3,843 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 1,928 boys and 1,915 girls.
- Literate population is about 8,595 people. Non-literate population is around 13,652 people.
- There are nearly 5,816 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Similiguda Tehsil, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 2,286 | 2,286 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 1,110 | 1,110 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 1,176 | 1,176 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 10,761 | 10,761 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 5,151 | 5,151 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 5,610 | 5,610 | N/A |
| Population Density | 143 / km² | 143 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Similiguda Tehsil is approximately 2,286 people, including 1,110 males and 1,176 females. Around 2,286 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Similiguda Tehsil is about 10,761 people, including 5,151 males and 5,610 females. Around 10,761 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 143 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 143 people per sq. km.