Sakadi - G.Udayagiri, Kandhamal
Sakadi is a village situated in the G.Udayagiri tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in G.udayagiri and around 66 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Raikala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakadi is 415824. The village covers a total geographical area of 156 hectares and falls under the 762100 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sakadi 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 Sakadi
According to the 2011 Census, Sakadi village had a total population of 311 people, including 145 males and 166 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,145 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.07%, with male literacy at 55.81% and female literacy at 33.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 243.
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 | 311 | 145 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 29 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 113 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 72 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 73 | 119 |
Nearby Villages of Sakadi
Sakadi 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 Sakadi
Sakadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 G. Udayagiri to Sakadi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sakadi is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sakadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sakadi 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sakadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sakadi 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakadi
Where is Sakadi located?
Sakadi village is located in G.Udayagiri Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakadi is Raikala.
What is the pincode of Sakadi?
The pincode of Sakadi is 762100.
What is the population of Sakadi?
Sakadi had a total population of 311, including 145 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Sakadi?
Sakadi had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakadi was 44.07%. Male literacy was 55.81% and female literacy was 33.33%.