Sikharapur
Sikharapur is a village located in Purusottampur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Purusottampur (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Bhabandha is the gram panchayat of Sikharapur village.
Sikharapur has its own place in the vibrant Ganjam 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 Sikharapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikharapur is 412264. The village spans a total geographical area of 346 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 761003. Purusottampur is nearest town to Sikharapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Sikharapur
Below is a concise population overview of Sikharapur 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 | 1,973 | 950 | 1,023 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 234 | 118 | 116 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 388 | 196 | 192 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,272 | 714 | 558 |
Illiterate Population | 701 | 236 | 465 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikharapur village:
- The total population of Sikharapur village is around 1,973, including approximately 950 males and 1,023 females, with a sex ratio of 1076 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Sikharapur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikharapur village has 388 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sikharapur village is about 64.47%, with male literacy at 75.16% and female literacy at 54.55%.
- There are around 412 households in Sikharapur village.
Connectivity of Sikharapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikharapur. As per the 2011 stats, Sikharapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikharapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikharapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikharapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikharapur
- Where is Sikharapur located?
- Sikharapur village is situated in Purusottampur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikharapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikharapur is Bhabandha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikharapur?
- The pincode of Sikharapur is 761003, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikharapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikharapur is 1,973, with 950 males and 1,023 females.
- How many households are there in Sikharapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikharapur village has a total of 412 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikharapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikharapur is 64.47%. The male literacy rate is 75.16%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.