Pikaradi - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Pikaradi is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Bandhagada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pikaradi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pikaradi is 416458. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Pikaradi 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 Pikaradi
According to the 2011 Census, Pikaradi village had a total population of 110 people, including 59 males and 51 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 70.21% and female literacy at 27.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 95.
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 | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 54 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 33 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 26 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Pikaradi
Pikaradi 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 Pikaradi
Public transport in the Pikaradi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Pikaradi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Phulabani to Pikaradi is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pikaradi is about 40 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 Pikaradi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pikaradi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Pikaradi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pikaradi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pikaradi
Where is Pikaradi located?
Pikaradi village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pikaradi?
The Gram Panchayat of Pikaradi is Bandhagada.
What is the pincode of Pikaradi?
The pincode of Pikaradi is 762011.
What is the population of Pikaradi?
Pikaradi had a total population of 110, including 59 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Pikaradi?
Pikaradi had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pikaradi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pikaradi was 50.00%. Male literacy was 70.21% and female literacy was 27.91%.