Sikulipalli - Hinjili, Ganjam
Sikulipalli is a village situated in the Hinjili tehsil of Ganjam district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hinjili and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Chatrapur. Gandola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikulipalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikulipalli is 412338. The village covers a total geographical area of 47 hectares and falls under the 761101 pincode. Brahmapur is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sikulipalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Hinjili Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aska Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikulipalli
According to the 2011 Census, Sikulipalli village had a total population of 603 people, including 301 males and 302 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 1,003 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.17%, with male literacy at 75.10% and female literacy at 43.66%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 306.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 603 | 301 | 302 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 40 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 306 | 151 | 155 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 196 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 290 | 105 | 185 |
Nearby Villages of Sikulipalli
Sikulipalli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sikulipalli
Sikulipalli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sikulipalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Brahmapur to Sikulipalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chatrapur to Sikulipalli is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikulipalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikulipalli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikulipalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikulipalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sikulipalli
Where is Sikulipalli located?
Sikulipalli village is located in Hinjili Tehsil, Ganjam district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikulipalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikulipalli is Gandola.
What is the pincode of Sikulipalli?
The pincode of Sikulipalli is 761101.
What is the population of Sikulipalli?
Sikulipalli had a total population of 603, including 301 males and 302 females.
How many households are there in Sikulipalli?
Sikulipalli had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikulipalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikulipalli was 59.17%. Male literacy was 75.10% and female literacy was 43.66%.