Sikharpur
Sikharpur is a village located in Jaleswar tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Jaleswar (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Sikharpur village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sikharpur unique in its vibrant Jaleswar-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Sikharpur’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sikharpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikharpur is 391461. The village spans a total geographical area of 245 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756086. Jaleswar is nearest town to Sikharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Sikharpur
Population of Sikharpur
According to the 2011 Census, Sikharpur has a total population of about 2,066, with approximately 1,060 males and 1,006 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 253 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 735 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 16. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.81%, with male literacy at about 67.45% and female literacy near 55.86%. There are around 460 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikharpur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,066 | 1,060 | 1,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 120 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 735 | 364 | 371 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 1,277 | 715 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 345 | 444 |
Connectivity of Sikharpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sikharpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikharpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikharpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikharpur
- Where is Sikharpur located?
- Sikharpur village is situated in Jaleswar Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikharpur?
- Sikharpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sikharpur?
- The pincode of Sikharpur is 756086, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikharpur is 2,066, with 1,060 males and 1,006 females.
- How many households are there in Sikharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikharpur village has a total of 460 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikharpur is 61.81%. The male literacy rate is 67.45%, while the female literacy rate is 55.86%.