Siletpani - Komna, Nuapada
Siletpani is a village situated in the Komna tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Komna and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Darlipada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siletpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siletpani is 421843. The village covers a total geographical area of 835 hectares and falls under the 766105 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Siletpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nuapada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siletpani
As per Census 2011, Siletpani village has a total population of 1,358 people, consisting of 664 males and 694 females. The village has 319 households and a sex ratio of 1,045 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 796 literate and 562 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 777 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siletpani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,358 | 664 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 101 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 777 | 379 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 796 | 460 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 204 | 358 |
Nearby Villages of Siletpani
Siletpani 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 Siletpani
Siletpani 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Siletpani is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Siletpani is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siletpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siletpani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Siletpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siletpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siletpani
Where is Siletpani located?
Siletpani village is located in Komna Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siletpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Siletpani is Darlipada.
What is the pincode of Siletpani?
The pincode of Siletpani is 766105.
What is the population of Siletpani?
Siletpani has a total population of 1,358, including 664 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Siletpani?
There are 319 households in Siletpani.
What is the literacy rate in Siletpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siletpani is 58.62%. Male literacy is 69.28% and female literacy is 48.41%.