Sikela

Sikela is a village located in Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 49km away from sub-district headquarter Baliguda (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Khamankhol is the gram panchayat of Sikela village.

Sikela has its own place in the vibrant Kandhamal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Sikela

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikela is 416487. The village spans a total geographical area of 71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762110. Sonapur is nearest town to Sikela village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 77km away.

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Population of Sikela

Below is a concise population overview of Sikela as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 80 36 44
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 19 6 13
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 77 34 43
Literate Population 6 6 N/A
Illiterate Population 74 30 44

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikela village:

  • The total population of Sikela village is around 80, including approximately 36 males and 44 females, with a sex ratio of 1222 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 19 children aged 0–6 years in Sikela village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikela village has 77 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sikela village is about 7.50%.
  • There are around 18 households in Sikela village.

Connectivity of Sikela

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikela. As per the 2011 stats, Sikela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sikela

Knowing the nearby villages of Sikela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikela.

Meriatundi Badenigan Sukalada Gadimaska Mundapadar Kumbemula Tidragan Hatiraja Katuru Gandakia Kilokina

Frequently Asked Questions about Sikela

Where is Sikela located?
Sikela village is situated in Baliguda Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikela?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikela is Khamankhol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sikela?
The pincode of Sikela is 762110, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sikela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikela is 80, with 36 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Sikela as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikela village has a total of 18 households.