Shakari - Khajuripada, Kandhamal
Shakari is a village situated in the Khajuripada tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajuripada and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pirikudi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shakari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shakari is 415612. The village covers a total geographical area of 175 hectares and falls under the 762012 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Shakari 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 Shakari
As per Census 2011, Shakari village has a total population of 379 people, consisting of 181 males and 198 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 240 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 259 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shakari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 379 | 181 | 198 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 60 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 120 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 240 | 139 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 42 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Shakari
Shakari 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 Shakari
Shakari 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Shakari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Shakari is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shakari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shakari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shakari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shakari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Shakari
Where is Shakari located?
Shakari village is located in Khajuripada Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shakari?
The Gram Panchayat of Shakari is Pirikudi.
What is the pincode of Shakari?
The pincode of Shakari is 762012.
What is the population of Shakari?
Shakari has a total population of 379, including 181 males and 198 females.
How many households are there in Shakari?
There are 98 households in Shakari.
What is the literacy rate in Shakari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shakari is 63.32%. Male literacy is 76.80% and female literacy is 51.01%.