Sindhiguda - Kalimela, Malkangiri
Sindhiguda is a village situated in the Kalimela tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalimela and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Chintalwada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindhiguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindhiguda is 431016. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 764086 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Sindhiguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malkangiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sindhiguda
According to the 2011 Census, Sindhiguda village had a total population of 706 people, including 341 males and 365 females, living in 160 households. The sex ratio was 1,070 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.94%, with male literacy at 70.73% and female literacy at 53.85%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 233.
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 | 706 | 341 | 365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 233 | 110 | 123 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 203 | 168 |
| Illiterate Population | 335 | 138 | 197 |
Nearby Villages of Sindhiguda
Sindhiguda 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 Sindhiguda
Sindhiguda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Malkangiri to Sindhiguda is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Sindhiguda is about 53 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 Sindhiguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindhiguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sindhiguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindhiguda 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 Sindhiguda
Where is Sindhiguda located?
Sindhiguda village is located in Kalimela Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sindhiguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindhiguda is Chintalwada.
What is the pincode of Sindhiguda?
The pincode of Sindhiguda is 764086.
What is the population of Sindhiguda?
Sindhiguda had a total population of 706, including 341 males and 365 females.
How many households are there in Sindhiguda?
Sindhiguda had 160 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sindhiguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindhiguda was 61.94%. Male literacy was 70.73% and female literacy was 53.85%.