Sikaketa - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sikaketa is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Badabanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikaketa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikaketa is 417376. The village covers a total geographical area of 447 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Sikaketa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikaketa
According to the 2011 Census, Sikaketa village had a total population of 473 people, including 239 males and 234 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.95%, with male literacy at 74.75% and female literacy at 45.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 412.
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 | 473 | 239 | 234 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 412 | 202 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 148 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 91 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Sikaketa
Sikaketa 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 Sikaketa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sikaketa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Sikaketa is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sikaketa is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikaketa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikaketa 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 Sikaketa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikaketa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikaketa
Where is Sikaketa located?
Sikaketa village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikaketa?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikaketa is Badabanga.
What is the pincode of Sikaketa?
The pincode of Sikaketa is 762104.
What is the population of Sikaketa?
Sikaketa had a total population of 473, including 239 males and 234 females.
How many households are there in Sikaketa?
Sikaketa had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikaketa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikaketa was 59.95%. Male literacy was 74.75% and female literacy was 45.59%.