Sikula
About Sikula
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sikula village is 412175. Sikula village is located in Purusottampur tehsil of Ganjam district in Odisha, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Purusottampur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Chatrapur. As per 2009 stats, Sikula village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 818 hectares. Sikula has a total population of 5,645 peoples, out of which male population is 2,725 while female population is 2,920. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1071 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sikula village is 57.93% out of which 66.86% males and 49.59% females are literate. There are about 1,173 houses in sikula village. Pincode of sikula village locality is 761018.
When it comes to administration, Sikula village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sikula village comes under Kabisuryangar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Aska Lok Sabha constituency. Purusottampur is nearest town to sikula village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Sikula
The population details of Sikula cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,645 | 2,725 | 2,920 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 623 | 352 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,615 | 1,256 | 1,359 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 3,270 | 1,822 | 1,448 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,375 | 903 | 1,472 |
Connectivity of Sikula
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sikula
Where is Sikula located?
Sikula village is situated in Purusottampur Tehsil, within the Ganjam district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikula?
Sikula serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sikula?
The pincode of Sikula is 761018, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sikula as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikula is 5,645, with 2,725 males and 2,920 females.
How many households are there in Sikula as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikula village has a total of 1,173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikula as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikula is 57.93%. The male literacy rate is 66.86%, while the female literacy rate is 49.59%.