Siara - Brahmagiri, Puri
Siara is a village situated in the Brahmagiri tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Brahmagiri and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Panspada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siara is 410051. The village covers a total geographical area of 566 hectares and falls under the 752010 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Siara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bramhagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Puri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siara
As per Census 2011, Siara village has a total population of 1,444 people, consisting of 752 males and 692 females. The village has 322 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 209 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,030 literate and 414 illiterate residents. Additionally, 887 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,444 | 752 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 209 | 106 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 887 | 445 | 442 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,030 | 573 | 457 |
| Illiterate Population | 414 | 179 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Siara
Siara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhagabanpur | South | 2.26 km |
| Rameswarapur | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Panasapada | West | 2.36 km |
| Badabenakudi | North-East | 3.22 km |
| Arakhakuda | South-East | 3.52 km |
| Keutakudi | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Padanapur | South-West | 4.40 km |
| Sahajanpur | East | 4.61 km |
| Gangadharapur | South-West | 4.67 km |
| Khandualpur | North-East | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siara
Siara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Muketashwar, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Siara is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Siara 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 Siara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Siara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siara
Where is Siara located?
Siara village is located in Brahmagiri Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siara?
The Gram Panchayat of Siara is Panspada.
What is the pincode of Siara?
The pincode of Siara is 752010.
What is the population of Siara?
Siara has a total population of 1,444, including 752 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Siara?
There are 322 households in Siara.
What is the literacy rate in Siara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siara is 71.33%. Male literacy is 76.20% and female literacy is 66.04%.