Sithura - Gop, Puri
Sithura is a village situated in the Gop tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gop and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Boulanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sithura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sithura is 409414. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 752107 pincode. Puri is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sithura 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 Sithura
According to the 2011 Census, Sithura village had a total population of 205 people, including 107 males and 98 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.19%, with male literacy at 95.83% and female literacy at 82.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 205 | 107 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 165 | 92 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 15 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Sithura
Sithura 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 Sithura
Sithura 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Puri to Sithura is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Sithura is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sithura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sithura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sithura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sithura 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 Sithura
Where is Sithura located?
Sithura village is located in Gop Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sithura?
The Gram Panchayat of Sithura is Boulanga.
What is the pincode of Sithura?
The pincode of Sithura is 752107.
What is the population of Sithura?
Sithura had a total population of 205, including 107 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Sithura?
Sithura had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sithura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sithura was 89.19%. Male literacy was 95.83% and female literacy was 82.02%.