Sekhapada
Sekhapada is a village located in Junagarh tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Junagarh (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Maliguda is the gram panchayat of Sekhapada village.
Here you can discover what makes Sekhapada unique in its vibrant Junagarh-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Sekhapada’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 Sekhapada
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sekhapada is 423790. The village spans a total geographical area of 117 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766023. Junagarh is nearest town to Sekhapada village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Sekhapada
Population of Sekhapada
According to the 2011 Census, Sekhapada has a total population of about 174, with approximately 93 males and 81 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 109 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 40.80%, with male literacy at about 47.31% and female literacy near 33.33%. There are around 48 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sekhapada's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 93 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 17 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 109 | 57 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 49 | 54 |
Connectivity of Sekhapada
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sekhapada. As per the 2011 stats, Sekhapada 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sekhapada
Knowing the nearby villages of Sekhapada helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sekhapada.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sekhapada
- Where is Sekhapada located?
- Sekhapada village is situated in Junagarh Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sekhapada?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sekhapada is Maliguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sekhapada?
- The pincode of Sekhapada is 766023, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sekhapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sekhapada is 174, with 93 males and 81 females.
- How many households are there in Sekhapada as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sekhapada village has a total of 48 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sekhapada as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sekhapada is 40.80%. The male literacy rate is 47.31%, while the female literacy rate is 33.33%.