Sikeri - Phiringia, Kandhamal
Sikeri is a village situated in the Phiringia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phiringia and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pangauparsahi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikeri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikeri is 416280. The village covers a total geographical area of 259 hectares and falls under the 762011 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Sikeri 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 Sikeri
According to the 2011 Census, Sikeri village had a total population of 135 people, including 68 males and 67 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.87%, with male literacy at 56.90% and female literacy at 24.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 120.
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 | 135 | 68 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 120 | 61 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 33 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 35 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Sikeri
Sikeri 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 Sikeri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sikeri.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Phulabani to Sikeri is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sikeri is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikeri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikeri 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 Sikeri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikeri 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 Sikeri
Where is Sikeri located?
Sikeri village is located in Phiringia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikeri?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikeri is Pangauparsahi.
What is the pincode of Sikeri?
The pincode of Sikeri is 762011.
What is the population of Sikeri?
Sikeri had a total population of 135, including 68 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Sikeri?
Sikeri had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikeri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikeri was 40.87%. Male literacy was 56.90% and female literacy was 24.56%.