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.
Here you can discover what makes Sikaketa unique in its vibrant Daringbadi-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Sikaketa’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Sikaketa
Population of Sikaketa
According to the 2011 Census, Sikaketa has a total population of about 473, with approximately 239 males and 234 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 71 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 412. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.95%, with male literacy at about 61.92% and female literacy near 39.74%. There are around 129 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikaketa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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.
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%.