Sirigida - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Sirigida is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 75 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gurundia and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Sundargarh. Pankdihi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirigida village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirigida is 384969. The village covers a total geographical area of 357 hectares and falls under the 770043 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Sirigida 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 Sirigida
As per Census 2011, Sirigida village has a total population of 381 people, consisting of 190 males and 191 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 346 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sirigida are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 190 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 346 | 170 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 115 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 75 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Sirigida
Sirigida 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 Sirigida
Sirigida is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Raurkela to Sirigida is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sirigida is about 90 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 Sirigida
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirigida 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 Sirigida
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sirigida 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 Sirigida
Where is Sirigida located?
Sirigida village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirigida?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirigida is Pankdihi.
What is the pincode of Sirigida?
The pincode of Sirigida is 770043.
What is the population of Sirigida?
Sirigida has a total population of 381, including 190 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Sirigida?
There are 76 households in Sirigida.
What is the literacy rate in Sirigida?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirigida is 52.49%. Male literacy is 60.53% and female literacy is 44.50%.