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
According to the 2011 Census, Siala village had a total population of 602 people, including 306 males and 296 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 967 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.08%, with male literacy at 94.33% and female literacy at 77.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 602 | 306 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 602, including 306 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Siala?
Siala had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siala was 86.08%. Male literacy was 94.33% and female literacy was 77.27%.