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
According to the 2011 Census, Siletpani village had a total population of 1,358 people, including 664 males and 694 females, living in 319 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.04%, with male literacy at 81.71% and female literacy at 56.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 777.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,358, including 664 males and 694 females.
How many households are there in Siletpani?
Siletpani had 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siletpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siletpani was 69.04%. Male literacy was 81.71% and female literacy was 56.95%.