Sitalkhalia - Sinapali, Nuapada
Sitalkhalia is a village situated in the Sinapali tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sinapali and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Makhapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitalkhalia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitalkhalia is 422205. The village covers a total geographical area of 410 hectares and falls under the 766118 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Sitalkhalia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitalkhalia
As per Census 2011, Sitalkhalia village has a total population of 623 people, consisting of 296 males and 327 females. The village has 171 households and a sex ratio of 1,104 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 240 literate and 383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 355 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitalkhalia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 623 | 296 | 327 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 172 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 159 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 383 | 137 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Sitalkhalia
Sitalkhalia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Makhapadar | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Kopia | South-West | 1.85 km |
| Mundapala | West | 2.87 km |
| Jogibahal | West | 3.15 km |
| Chaunra | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Chalna | South-West | 3.96 km |
| Gidhamal | South-East | 3.99 km |
| Nandagaon | West | 4.20 km |
| Hatibandha | South | 4.30 km |
| Kirkita | North-West | 4.39 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sitalkhalia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sitalkhalia. The nearest railway station is Junagarh Road, while the nearest airport is Utkela Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Khariar Road to Sitalkhalia is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Sitalkhalia is about 98 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitalkhalia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitalkhalia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitalkhalia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitalkhalia 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 Sitalkhalia
Where is Sitalkhalia located?
Sitalkhalia village is located in Sinapali Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitalkhalia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitalkhalia is Makhapadar.
What is the pincode of Sitalkhalia?
The pincode of Sitalkhalia is 766118.
What is the population of Sitalkhalia?
Sitalkhalia has a total population of 623, including 296 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Sitalkhalia?
There are 171 households in Sitalkhalia.
What is the literacy rate in Sitalkhalia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitalkhalia is 38.52%. Male literacy is 53.72% and female literacy is 24.77%.