Siripeta - Kudumuluguma, Malkangiri
Siripeta is a village situated in the Kudumuluguma tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Orkel and around 43 km from Malkangiri . Parkhanmalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siripeta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siripeta is 430869. The village covers a total geographical area of 548 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Malkangiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Siripeta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siripeta
As per Census 2011, Siripeta village has a total population of 774 people, consisting of 376 males and 398 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 143 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 244 literate and 530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 718 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siripeta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 774 | 376 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 718 | 347 | 371 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 151 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 225 | 305 |
Nearby Villages of Siripeta
Siripeta 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 Siripeta
Siripeta 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 Malkangiri to Siripeta is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Siripeta is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siripeta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siripeta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Siripeta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siripeta 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siripeta
Where is Siripeta located?
Siripeta village is located in Kudumuluguma Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siripeta?
The Gram Panchayat of Siripeta is Parkhanmalla.
What is the pincode of Siripeta?
The pincode of Siripeta is 764051.
What is the population of Siripeta?
Siripeta has a total population of 774, including 376 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Siripeta?
There are 161 households in Siripeta.
What is the literacy rate in Siripeta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siripeta is 31.52%. Male literacy is 40.16% and female literacy is 23.37%.