Sitagudi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Sitagudi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitagudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitagudi is 425018. The village covers a total geographical area of 154 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 128 km away.
Sitagudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sitagudi
As per Census 2011, Sitagudi village has a total population of 141 people, consisting of 76 males and 65 females. The village has 26 households and a sex ratio of 855 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 21 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitagudi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 76 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 75 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 20 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 56 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Sitagudi
Sitagudi 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 Sitagudi
Public transport in the Sitagudi 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 Rayagada to Sitagudi is about 128 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sitagudi is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitagudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitagudi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sitagudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitagudi 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 Sitagudi
Where is Sitagudi located?
Sitagudi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitagudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitagudi is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Sitagudi?
The pincode of Sitagudi is 765020.
What is the population of Sitagudi?
Sitagudi has a total population of 141, including 76 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Sitagudi?
There are 26 households in Sitagudi.
What is the literacy rate in Sitagudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitagudi is 14.89%. Male literacy is 26.32% and female literacy is 1.54%.