Sikela - Baliguda, Kandhamal
Sikela is a village situated in the Baliguda tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 49 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baliguda and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Khamankhol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikela is 416487. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 762110 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Sikela 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 Sikela
According to the 2011 Census, Sikela village had a total population of 80 people, including 36 males and 44 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.84%, with male literacy at 20.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 77.
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 | 80 | 36 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 34 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 6 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 30 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Sikela
Sikela 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 Sikela
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sikela.
| 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 Sonapur to Sikela is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sikela is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikela 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikela
Where is Sikela located?
Sikela village is located in Baliguda Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikela?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikela is Khamankhol.
What is the pincode of Sikela?
The pincode of Sikela is 762110.
What is the population of Sikela?
Sikela had a total population of 80, including 36 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Sikela?
Sikela had 18 households.