Bikanga
Bikanga is a village located in Nuagaon tehsil of Kandhamal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Nuagaon (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Phulbani. As per 2009 stats, Sainpada is the gram panchayat of Bikanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Bikanga unique in its vibrant Nuagaon-Kandhamal region. You’ll see Bikanga’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Bikanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bikanga is 416842. The village spans a total geographical area of 268 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 762103. G. Udayagiri is nearest town to Bikanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
Google Map of Bikanga
Population of Bikanga
According to the 2011 Census, Bikanga has a total population of about 240, with approximately 120 males and 120 females. The sex ratio is around 1000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 28 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 163. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.42%, with male literacy at about 62.50% and female literacy near 38.33%. There are around 62 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Bikanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 240 | 120 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 79 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 75 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 45 | 74 |
Connectivity of Bikanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bikanga. As per the 2011 stats, Bikanga had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bikanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Bikanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bikanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bikanga
- Where is Bikanga located?
- Bikanga village is situated in Nuagaon Tehsil, within the Kandhamal district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bikanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bikanga is Sainpada (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bikanga?
- The pincode of Bikanga is 762103, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bikanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bikanga is 240, with 120 males and 120 females.
- How many households are there in Bikanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bikanga village has a total of 62 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bikanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bikanga is 50.42%. The male literacy rate is 62.50%, while the female literacy rate is 38.33%.