Sikidia
Sikidia is a village located in Nilagiri tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Nilagiri (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Garadihi is the gram panchayat of Sikidia village.
Sikidia 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 Sikidia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikidia is 393232. The village spans a total geographical area of 83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756042. Nilagiri is nearest town to Sikidia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Sikidia
Below is a concise population overview of Sikidia 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 | 646 | 345 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 57 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 72 | 54 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 377 | 214 | 163 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 131 | 138 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikidia village:
- The total population of Sikidia village is around 646, including approximately 345 males and 301 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Sikidia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikidia village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 84 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sikidia village is about 58.36%, with male literacy at 62.03% and female literacy at 54.15%.
- There are around 176 households in Sikidia village.
Connectivity of Sikidia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikidia. As per the 2011 stats, Sikidia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikidia
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikidia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikidia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikidia
- Where is Sikidia located?
- Sikidia village is situated in Nilagiri Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikidia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikidia is Garadihi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikidia?
- The pincode of Sikidia is 756042, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikidia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikidia is 646, with 345 males and 301 females.
- How many households are there in Sikidia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikidia village has a total of 176 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikidia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikidia is 58.36%. The male literacy rate is 62.03%, while the female literacy rate is 54.15%.