Sikerbandha - Narala, Kalahandi
Sikerbandha is a village situated in the Narala tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narala and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Narla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikerbandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikerbandha is 422769. The village covers a total geographical area of 17 hectares and falls under the 766101 pincode. Madanpur Rampur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Sikerbandha 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 Sikerbandha
According to the 2011 Census, Sikerbandha village had a total population of 56 people, including 29 males and 27 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.36%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 64.00%.
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 | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 25 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 4 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Sikerbandha
Sikerbandha 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 Sikerbandha
Public transport in the Sikerbandha is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sikerbandha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Madanpur Rampur to Sikerbandha is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sikerbandha is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikerbandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikerbandha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikerbandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikerbandha 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikerbandha
Where is Sikerbandha located?
Sikerbandha village is located in Narala Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikerbandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikerbandha is Narla.
What is the pincode of Sikerbandha?
The pincode of Sikerbandha is 766101.
What is the population of Sikerbandha?
Sikerbandha had a total population of 56, including 29 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Sikerbandha?
Sikerbandha had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikerbandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikerbandha was 77.36%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 64.00%.