Siso - Astaranga, Puri
Siso is a village situated in the Astaranga tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Astaranga and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Sisua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siso village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siso is 409264. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 752109 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Siso village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siso
According to the 2011 Census, Siso village had a total population of 589 people, including 280 males and 309 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.79%, with male literacy at 88.16% and female literacy at 70.26%.
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 | 589 | 280 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 216 | 189 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 64 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Siso
Siso 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 Siso
Siso is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Siso.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Siso is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Siso is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siso
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siso 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siso
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siso village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Siso
Where is Siso located?
Siso village is located in Astaranga Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siso?
The Gram Panchayat of Siso is Sisua.
What is the pincode of Siso?
The pincode of Siso is 752109.
What is the population of Siso?
Siso had a total population of 589, including 280 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Siso?
Siso had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siso?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siso was 78.79%. Male literacy was 88.16% and female literacy was 70.26%.