Shilasankudi - Kashipur, Rayagada
Shilasankudi is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Talajhiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shilasankudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shilasankudi is 425893. The village covers a total geographical area of 15 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 72 km away.
Shilasankudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shilasankudi
According to the 2011 Census, Shilasankudi village had a total population of 4 people, including 2 males and 2 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.00%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Shilasankudi
Shilasankudi 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 Shilasankudi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Shilasankudi.
| 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 Rayagada to Shilasankudi is about 72 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Shilasankudi is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shilasankudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shilasankudi 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shilasankudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shilasankudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shilasankudi
Where is Shilasankudi located?
Shilasankudi village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shilasankudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Shilasankudi is Talajhiri.
What is the pincode of Shilasankudi?
The pincode of Shilasankudi is 765015.
What is the population of Shilasankudi?
Shilasankudi had a total population of 4, including 2 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Shilasankudi?
Shilasankudi had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shilasankudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shilasankudi was 25.00%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.