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.
Sikharpur has its own place in the vibrant Baleshwar region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Sikharpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sikharpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikharpur village:
- The total population of Sikharpur village is around 2,066, including approximately 1,060 males and 1,006 females, with a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Sikharpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikharpur village has 735 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 16 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sikharpur village is about 61.81%, with male literacy at 67.45% and female literacy at 55.86%.
- There are around 460 households in Sikharpur village.
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) |
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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%.