Sikatuji - Thuamul Rampur, Kalahandi
Sikatuji is a village situated in the Thuamul Rampur tehsil of Kalahandi district, Odisha. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Thuamul Rampur and around 111 km from the district headquarters in Bhawanipatna. Gopinathpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikatuji village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikatuji is 424459. The village covers a total geographical area of 280 hectares and falls under the 766026 pincode. Bhawanipatna is the nearest town, located about 111 km away.
Sikatuji 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 Sikatuji
As per Census 2011, Sikatuji village has a total population of 195 people, consisting of 99 males and 96 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 53 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 107 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikatuji are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 14 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 55 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 54 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 45 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Sikatuji
Sikatuji 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 Sikatuji
Public transport in the Sikatuji is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhawanipatna to Sikatuji is about 111 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikatuji
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikatuji 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikatuji
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikatuji 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 Sikatuji
Where is Sikatuji located?
Sikatuji village is located in Thuamul Rampur Tehsil, Kalahandi district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikatuji?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikatuji is Gopinathpur.
What is the pincode of Sikatuji?
The pincode of Sikatuji is 766026.
What is the population of Sikatuji?
Sikatuji has a total population of 195, including 99 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Sikatuji?
There are 51 households in Sikatuji.
What is the literacy rate in Sikatuji?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikatuji is 34.36%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 13.54%.