Sautikia - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Sautikia is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Kutikia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sautikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sautikia is 416547. The village covers a total geographical area of 359 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Sautikia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sautikia
As per Census 2011, Sautikia village has a total population of 622 people, consisting of 326 males and 296 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 117 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 308 literate and 314 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 492 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sautikia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 622 | 326 | 296 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 68 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 492 | 262 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 308 | 198 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 314 | 128 | 186 |
Nearby Villages of Sautikia
Sautikia 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 Sautikia
Sautikia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Sautikia is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sautikia is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sautikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sautikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sautikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sautikia 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 Sautikia
Where is Sautikia located?
Sautikia village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sautikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sautikia is Kutikia.
What is the pincode of Sautikia?
The pincode of Sautikia is 762110.
What is the population of Sautikia?
Sautikia has a total population of 622, including 326 males and 296 females.
How many households are there in Sautikia?
There are 127 households in Sautikia.
What is the literacy rate in Sautikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sautikia is 49.52%. Male literacy is 60.74% and female literacy is 37.16%.