Sikaketa

Sikaketa is a village located in Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Daringbadi (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Badabanga is the gram panchayat of Sikaketa village.

Sikaketa 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 Sikaketa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikaketa is 417376. The village spans a total geographical area of 447 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762101. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Sikaketa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

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Population of Sikaketa

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 473 239 234
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 41 30
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 412 202 210
Literate Population 241 148 93
Illiterate Population 232 91 141

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

  • The total population of Sikaketa village is around 473, including approximately 239 males and 234 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Sikaketa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikaketa village has 412 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sikaketa village is about 50.95%, with male literacy at 61.92% and female literacy at 39.74%.
  • There are around 129 households in Sikaketa village.

Connectivity of Sikaketa

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sikaketa

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

Sitapanga Samagota Samagota Jangal Sukalandru Dadaketa Gedemaha Pudunbadi Mundabadi Katasingi Badabanga Gadadi

Frequently Asked Questions about Sikaketa

Where is Sikaketa located?
Sikaketa village is situated in Daringbadi Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikaketa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikaketa is Badabanga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sikaketa?
The pincode of Sikaketa is 762101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sikaketa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikaketa is 473, with 239 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Sikaketa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikaketa village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikaketa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikaketa is 50.95%. The male literacy rate is 61.92%, while the female literacy rate is 39.74%.