Pikola
Pikola is a village located in Salepur tehsil of Cuttack district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Salepur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Cuttack. As per 2009 stats, Pikol is the gram panchayat of Pikola village.
Here you can discover what makes Pikola unique in its vibrant Salepur-Cuttack region. You’ll see Pikola’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 Pikola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pikola is 399686. The village spans a total geographical area of 309 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754221. Cuttack is nearest town to Pikola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Pikola
Population of Pikola
According to the 2011 Census, Pikola has a total population of about 3,193, with approximately 1,604 males and 1,589 females. The sex ratio is around 990 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 336 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,082 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.77%, with male literacy at about 82.92% and female literacy near 74.58%. There are around 724 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Pikola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,193 | 1,604 | 1,589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 336 | 173 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,082 | 549 | 533 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,515 | 1,330 | 1,185 |
| Illiterate Population | 678 | 274 | 404 |
Connectivity of Pikola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pikola. As per the 2011 stats, Pikola 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pikola
Knowing the nearby villages of Pikola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pikola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pikola
- Where is Pikola located?
- Pikola village is situated in Salepur Tehsil, within the Cuttack district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pikola?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pikola is Pikol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pikola?
- The pincode of Pikola is 754221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pikola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pikola is 3,193, with 1,604 males and 1,589 females.
- How many households are there in Pikola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pikola village has a total of 724 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pikola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pikola is 78.77%. The male literacy rate is 82.92%, while the female literacy rate is 74.58%.