Silatimunda - Tarbha, Sonepur
Silatimunda is a village situated in the Tarbha tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Tarbha and around 40 km from Subarnapur. Sargaj serves as the Gram Panchayat for Silatimunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Silatimunda is 419708. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 767016 pincode. Tarbha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Silatimunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sonepur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Silatimunda
As per Census 2011, Silatimunda village has a total population of 447 people, consisting of 221 males and 226 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 1,022 females per 1,000 males. There are 78 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 270 literate and 177 illiterate residents. Additionally, 100 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 38 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Silatimunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 447 | 221 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 45 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 21 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 149 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 72 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Silatimunda
Silatimunda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Makadchuan | North-East | 1.19 km |
| Deogaon | North | 1.23 km |
| Tentulikhunti | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Tentuliamunda | South | 1.45 km |
| Laxmimunda | South-East | 1.94 km |
| Ludriamunda | South | 2.02 km |
| Sargijharia | North | 2.12 km |
| Bhaludunguri | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Sargaj | West | 2.16 km |
| Bheluapadar | North | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Silatimunda
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Silatimunda. The nearest railway station is Balangir Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.2 km.
| 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 Tarbha to Silatimunda is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Silatimunda is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Silatimunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Silatimunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Silatimunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Silatimunda 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Silatimunda
Where is Silatimunda located?
Silatimunda village is located in Tarbha Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Silatimunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Silatimunda is Sargaj.
What is the pincode of Silatimunda?
The pincode of Silatimunda is 767016.
What is the population of Silatimunda?
Silatimunda has a total population of 447, including 221 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Silatimunda?
There are 114 households in Silatimunda.
What is the literacy rate in Silatimunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Silatimunda is 60.40%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 53.54%.