Sekamal Village Overview
Sekamal is a village in Manamunda tehsil of Baudh district, Odisha. It lies about 44 km from Manamunda tehsil headquarters and around 67 km from Baudh district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Sundhipadar is the Gram Panchayat for Sekamal village.
The sections below provide essential information about Sekamal village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sekamal is 418114. The village covers a geographical area of 242 hectares and has a pincode of 762016. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Sekamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head of the village. For political representation, the village falls under the Kantamal Vidhan Sabha constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha constituency. The local administration looks after basic civic facilities and development activities within the village.
Location Map of Sekamal
Population & Demographics of Sekamal
This section provides population and demographic details of Sekamal village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 412 | 214 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 221 | 130 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 84 | 107 |
Key population details of Sekamal village are given below:
- Sekamal village is a small village with a total population of around 412, including approximately 214 males and 198 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 9 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Sekamal village is moderate, with a literacy rate of about 53.64%.
- There are around 106 households in Sekamal village.
Transport & Connectivity of Sekamal
Transport facilities help residents of Sekamal village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sekamal
The following villages are located close to Sekamal and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sekamal
- Where is Sekamal located?
- Sekamal village is located in Manamunda Tehsil, Baudh district, Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sekamal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sekamal is Sundhipadar (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Sekamal?
- The pincode of Sekamal is 762016.
- What is the population of Sekamal?
- Sekamal has a total population of 412, including 214 males and 198 females.
- How many households are there in Sekamal?
- There are 106 households in Sekamal.
- What is the literacy rate in Sekamal?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sekamal is 53.64%. Male literacy is 60.75% and female literacy is 45.96%.