Sianpali - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Sianpali is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 180 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Sole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sianpali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sianpali is 384989. The village covers a total geographical area of 1015 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Kochinda is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Sianpali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sianpali
As per Census 2011, Sianpali village has a total population of 199 people, consisting of 107 males and 92 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 138 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 137 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sianpali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 199 | 107 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 137 | 74 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 138 | 81 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 26 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Sianpali
Sianpali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tukuda | East | 1.64 km |
| Asurkhole | East | 1.91 km |
| Sole | South | 2.47 km |
| Nuapali | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Jhaliadihi | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Kinabaga | West | 3.47 km |
| Kudabira | North | 4.47 km |
| Sargidihi | West | 4.59 km |
| Kandhakulei | South-West | 5.43 km |
| Nuadihi | North-West | 6.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sianpali
Sianpali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonakhan, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.1 km.
| 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 Kochinda to Sianpali is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sianpali is about 180 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sianpali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sianpali 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sianpali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sianpali 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Sianpali
Where is Sianpali located?
Sianpali village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sianpali?
The Gram Panchayat of Sianpali is Sole.
What is the pincode of Sianpali?
The pincode of Sianpali is 770043.
What is the population of Sianpali?
Sianpali has a total population of 199, including 107 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Sianpali?
There are 36 households in Sianpali.
What is the literacy rate in Sianpali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sianpali is 69.35%. Male literacy is 75.70% and female literacy is 61.96%.