Sitapanga - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Sitapanga is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Hanumantpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sitapanga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sitapanga is 425052. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 765020 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Sitapanga 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 Sitapanga
As per Census 2011, Sitapanga village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 83 males and 96 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,156 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 39 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 138 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sitapanga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 83 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 75 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Sitapanga
Sitapanga 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 Sitapanga
Public transport in the Sitapanga 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 Gudari to Sitapanga is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sitapanga is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sitapanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sitapanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sitapanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sitapanga 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sitapanga
Where is Sitapanga located?
Sitapanga village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sitapanga?
The Gram Panchayat of Sitapanga is Hanumantpur.
What is the pincode of Sitapanga?
The pincode of Sitapanga is 765020.
What is the population of Sitapanga?
Sitapanga has a total population of 179, including 83 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Sitapanga?
There are 42 households in Sitapanga.
What is the literacy rate in Sitapanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sitapanga is 8.38%. Male literacy is 9.64% and female literacy is 7.29%.