Siala - Krushna Prasad, Puri
Siala is a village situated in the Krushna Prasad tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Krushna Prasad and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Siala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siala is 410209. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 752032 pincode. Chhatrapur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Siala 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 Siala
As per Census 2011, Siala village has a total population of 602 people, consisting of 306 males and 296 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 967 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 470 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 602 | 306 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 470 | 266 | 204 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 40 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Siala
Siala 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 Siala
Siala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chhatrapur to Siala is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Siala is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siala 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 Siala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siala 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 Siala
Where is Siala located?
Siala village is located in Krushna Prasad Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siala?
Siala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siala?
The pincode of Siala is 752032.
What is the population of Siala?
Siala has a total population of 602, including 306 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Siala?
There are 128 households in Siala.
What is the literacy rate in Siala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siala is 78.07%. Male literacy is 86.93% and female literacy is 68.92%.