Sakadi - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Sakadi is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Dalapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sakadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sakadi is 415740. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 43 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 Phulbani 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 57 people, including 26 males and 31 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.18%, with male literacy at 73.68% and female literacy at 64.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 56.
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 | 57 | 26 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 56 | 25 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
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
Public transport in the Sakadi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sakadi is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sakadi is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 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 >10 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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sakadi
Where is Sakadi located?
Sakadi village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakadi is Dalapada.
What is the pincode of Sakadi?
The pincode of Sakadi is 762012.
What is the population of Sakadi?
Sakadi had a total population of 57, including 26 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Sakadi?
Sakadi had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sakadi was 68.18%. Male literacy was 73.68% and female literacy was 64.00%.