Orikanta

Orikanta is a village located in Kishannagar tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 46km away from sub-district headquarter Kishannagar (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Babujanga is the gram panchayat of Orikanta village.

Orikanta has its own place in the vibrant Cuttack 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 Orikanta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Orikanta is 399991. The village spans a total geographical area of 14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754134. Cuttack is nearest town to Orikanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.

When it comes to local governance, Orikanta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Cuttack sadar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Cuttack Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Orikanta

Below is a concise population overview of Orikanta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 46 23 23
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4 3 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 32 17 15
Illiterate Population 14 6 8

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Orikanta village:

  • The total population of Orikanta village is around 46, including approximately 23 males and 23 females, with a sex ratio of 1000 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 4 children aged 0–6 years in Orikanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Orikanta village is about 69.57%, with male literacy at 73.91% and female literacy at 65.22%.
  • There are around 10 households in Orikanta village.

Connectivity of Orikanta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Orikanta. As per the 2011 stats, Orikanta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Orikanta

Knowing the nearby villages of Orikanta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Orikanta.

Frequently Asked Questions about Orikanta

Where is Orikanta located?
Orikanta village is situated in Kishannagar Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Orikanta?
The Gram Panchayat of Orikanta is Babujanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Orikanta?
The pincode of Orikanta is 754134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Orikanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Orikanta is 46, with 23 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Orikanta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Orikanta village has a total of 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Orikanta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Orikanta is 69.57%. The male literacy rate is 73.91%, while the female literacy rate is 65.22%.