Siriguda - Gudari, Rayagada
Siriguda is a village situated in the Gudari tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gudari and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Siriguda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siriguda is 426873. The village covers a total geographical area of 1161 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Siriguda 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 Siriguda
As per Census 2011, Siriguda village has a total population of 1,408 people, consisting of 716 males and 692 females. The village has 320 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 198 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 696 literate and 712 illiterate residents. Additionally, 250 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 775 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siriguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,408 | 716 | 692 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 107 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 250 | 117 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 775 | 391 | 384 |
| Literate Population | 696 | 407 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 309 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Siriguda
Siriguda 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 Siriguda
Public transport in the Siriguda is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Siriguda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Siriguda is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siriguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siriguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Siriguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siriguda 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 Siriguda
Where is Siriguda located?
Siriguda village is located in Gudari Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siriguda?
Siriguda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siriguda?
The pincode of Siriguda is 765026.
What is the population of Siriguda?
Siriguda has a total population of 1,408, including 716 males and 692 females.
How many households are there in Siriguda?
There are 320 households in Siriguda.
What is the literacy rate in Siriguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siriguda is 49.43%. Male literacy is 56.84% and female literacy is 41.76%.