Orikanta
Orikanta is a village located in Nemalo tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Nemalo (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Santapur 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 399877. The village spans a total geographical area of 123 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754293. Cuttack is nearest town to Orikanta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km 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
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 273 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 84 | 99 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 419 | 237 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 36 | 104 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Orikanta village:
- The total population of Orikanta village is around 559, including approximately 273 males and 286 females, with a sex ratio of 1047 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Orikanta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Orikanta village has 183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Orikanta village is about 74.96%, with male literacy at 86.81% and female literacy at 63.64%.
- There are around 149 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 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 Nemalo Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Orikanta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Orikanta is Santapur (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 754293, 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 559, with 273 males and 286 females.
- How many households are there in Orikanta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Orikanta village has a total of 149 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Orikanta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Orikanta is 74.96%. The male literacy rate is 86.81%, while the female literacy rate is 63.64%.