Sikuli - Madanpur Rampur, Kalahandi
Sikuli is a village situated in the Madanpur Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur Rampur and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Dudkaranja serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikuli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikuli is 422690. The village covers a total geographical area of 98 hectares and falls under the 766100 pincode. Kesinga is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Sikuli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikuli
As per Census 2011, Sikuli village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 104 males and 104 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 54 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikuli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 23 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 86 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 18 | 36 |
Nearby Villages of Sikuli
Sikuli 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 Sikuli
Sikuli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Kesinga to Sikuli is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sikuli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikuli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikuli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikuli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikuli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikuli
Where is Sikuli located?
Sikuli village is located in Madanpur Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikuli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikuli is Dudkaranja.
What is the pincode of Sikuli?
The pincode of Sikuli is 766100.
What is the population of Sikuli?
Sikuli has a total population of 208, including 104 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Sikuli?
There are 52 households in Sikuli.
What is the literacy rate in Sikuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikuli is 74.04%. Male literacy is 82.69% and female literacy is 65.38%.