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.
Here you can discover what makes Orikanta unique in its vibrant Kishannagar-Cuttack region. You’ll see Orikanta’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 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.
Google Map of Orikanta
Population of Orikanta
According to the 2011 Census, Orikanta has a total population of about 46, with approximately 23 males and 23 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.57%, with male literacy at about 73.91% and female literacy near 65.22%. There are around 10 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Orikanta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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%.