Sikabadi - Raikia, Kandhamal
Sikabadi is a village situated in the Raikia tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raikia and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Manikeswar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikabadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikabadi is 417597. The village covers a total geographical area of 169 hectares and falls under the 762101 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Sikabadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikabadi
As per Census 2011, Sikabadi village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 126 males and 150 females. The village has 59 households and a sex ratio of 1,190 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 98 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 255 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikabadi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 126 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 20 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 255 | 119 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 68 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 58 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Sikabadi
Sikabadi 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 Sikabadi
Sikabadi 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 >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 G. Udayagiri to Sikabadi is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sikabadi is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikabadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikabadi 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 Sikabadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikabadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikabadi
Where is Sikabadi located?
Sikabadi village is located in Raikia Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikabadi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikabadi is Manikeswar.
What is the pincode of Sikabadi?
The pincode of Sikabadi is 762101.
What is the population of Sikabadi?
Sikabadi has a total population of 276, including 126 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Sikabadi?
There are 59 households in Sikabadi.
What is the literacy rate in Sikabadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikabadi is 35.51%. Male literacy is 53.97% and female literacy is 20.00%.