Pikaradi - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Pikaradi is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Pikaradi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pikaradi is 415990. The village covers a total geographical area of 94 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 11 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 G. udayagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pikaradi
As per Census 2011, Pikaradi village has a total population of 372 people, consisting of 191 males and 181 females. The village has 80 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 242 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 286 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pikaradi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 372 | 191 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 19 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 152 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 143 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 48 | 82 |
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
Pikaradi 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from G. Udayagiri to Pikaradi is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Pikaradi is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 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 | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Pikaradi
Where is Pikaradi located?
Pikaradi village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pikaradi?
Pikaradi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pikaradi?
The pincode of Pikaradi is 762010.
What is the population of Pikaradi?
Pikaradi has a total population of 372, including 191 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Pikaradi?
There are 80 households in Pikaradi.
What is the literacy rate in Pikaradi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pikaradi is 65.05%. Male literacy is 74.87% and female literacy is 54.70%.