Sikanabadi - Daringbadi, Kandhamal
Sikanabadi is a village situated in the Daringbadi tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Daringbadi and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Badabanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikanabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikanabadi is 417360. The village covers a total geographical area of 1180 hectares and falls under the 762104 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 99 km away.
Sikanabadi 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 Sikanabadi
As per Census 2011, Sikanabadi village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 213 males and 209 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 241 literate and 181 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 361 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikanabadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 213 | 209 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 30 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 361 | 179 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 158 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 55 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Sikanabadi
Sikanabadi 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 Sikanabadi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sikanabadi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Sikanabadi is about 99 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sikanabadi is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikanabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikanabadi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikanabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikanabadi 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 Sikanabadi
Where is Sikanabadi located?
Sikanabadi village is located in Daringbadi Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikanabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikanabadi is Badabanga.
What is the pincode of Sikanabadi?
The pincode of Sikanabadi is 762104.
What is the population of Sikanabadi?
Sikanabadi has a total population of 422, including 213 males and 209 females.
How many households are there in Sikanabadi?
There are 108 households in Sikanabadi.
What is the literacy rate in Sikanabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikanabadi is 57.11%. Male literacy is 74.18% and female literacy is 39.71%.