Shikharguda - Lanjigarh, Kalahandi
Shikharguda is a village situated in the Lanjigarh tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lanjigarh and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Bhurtigarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikharguda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikharguda is 422903. The village covers a total geographical area of 341 hectares and falls under the 766020 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Shikharguda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanjigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikharguda
As per Census 2011, Shikharguda village has a total population of 278 people, consisting of 134 males and 144 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 1,074 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 44 literate and 234 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 257 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shikharguda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 278 | 134 | 144 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 23 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 121 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 44 | 28 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 106 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Shikharguda
Shikharguda 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 Shikharguda
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shikharguda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Shikharguda is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Shikharguda is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikharguda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikharguda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Shikharguda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikharguda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shikharguda
Where is Shikharguda located?
Shikharguda village is located in Lanjigarh Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikharguda?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikharguda is Bhurtigarh.
What is the pincode of Shikharguda?
The pincode of Shikharguda is 766020.
What is the population of Shikharguda?
Shikharguda has a total population of 278, including 134 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Shikharguda?
There are 62 households in Shikharguda.
What is the literacy rate in Shikharguda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikharguda is 15.83%. Male literacy is 20.90% and female literacy is 11.11%.