Sishudihi - Gurundia, Sundargarh
Sishudihi is a village situated in the Gurundia tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from Banei and around 160 km from Sundargarh. Narendra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sishudihi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sishudihi is 385100. The village covers a total geographical area of 885 hectares and falls under the 770038 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Sishudihi 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 Sishudihi
According to the 2011 Census, Sishudihi village had a total population of 697 people, including 335 males and 362 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 1,081 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.60%, with male literacy at 85.61% and female literacy at 56.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 629.
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 | 697 | 335 | 362 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 50 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 629 | 305 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 244 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 284 | 91 | 193 |
Nearby Villages of Sishudihi
Sishudihi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sanmusaposh (pali) | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Khandapat | North | 2.44 km |
| Podagotha | South-West | 2.64 km |
| Kadambapur | North-West | 2.64 km |
| Turipada | East | 2.71 km |
| Dhatikiposh | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Bijadihi | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Mushaposh | South | 2.89 km |
| Badpada | East | 3.10 km |
| Badbhaludunguri | North | 3.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sishudihi
Public transport in the Sishudihi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Patasahi, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Raurkela to Sishudihi is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Sishudihi is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sishudihi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sishudihi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sishudihi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sishudihi 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 Sishudihi
Where is Sishudihi located?
Sishudihi village is located in Gurundia Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sishudihi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sishudihi is Narendra.
What is the pincode of Sishudihi?
The pincode of Sishudihi is 770038.
What is the population of Sishudihi?
Sishudihi had a total population of 697, including 335 males and 362 females.
How many households are there in Sishudihi?
Sishudihi had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sishudihi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sishudihi was 70.60%. Male literacy was 85.61% and female literacy was 56.33%.