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
According to the 2011 Census, Sikuli village had a total population of 208 people, including 104 males and 104 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 73.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 208, including 104 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Sikuli?
Sikuli had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikuli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikuli was 84.62%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 73.91%.