Sihilia - Naktideul, Sambalpur
Sihilia is a village situated in the Naktideul tehsil of Sambalpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Rairakhol and around 92 km from Sambalpur. Similipal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sihilia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sihilia is 382377. The village covers a total geographical area of 271 hectares and falls under the 768106 pincode. Redhakhol is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Sihilia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairakhol Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambalpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sihilia
According to the 2011 Census, Sihilia village had a total population of 242 people, including 125 males and 117 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 936 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.42%, with male literacy at 82.30% and female literacy at 51.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 242 | 125 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 93 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 32 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Sihilia
Sihilia 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 Sihilia
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sihilia.
| 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 Redhakhol to Sihilia is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sambalpur to Sihilia is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sihilia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sihilia 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 Sihilia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sihilia 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sihilia
Where is Sihilia located?
Sihilia village is located in Naktideul Tehsil, Sambalpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sihilia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sihilia is Similipal.
What is the pincode of Sihilia?
The pincode of Sihilia is 768106.
What is the population of Sihilia?
Sihilia had a total population of 242, including 125 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Sihilia?
Sihilia had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sihilia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sihilia was 67.42%. Male literacy was 82.30% and female literacy was 51.85%.