Sikirikia - Tikabali, Kandhamal
Sikirikia is a village situated in the Tikabali tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikabali and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Phulbani. Tikaballi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikirikia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikirikia is 415923. The village covers a total geographical area of 97 hectares and falls under the 762010 pincode. G. Udayagiri is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sikirikia 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 Sikirikia
According to the 2011 Census, Sikirikia village had a total population of 103 people, including 50 males and 53 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,060 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.28%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 48.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 92.
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 | 103 | 50 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 36 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 14 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Sikirikia
Sikirikia 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 Sikirikia
Public transport in the Sikirikia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sikirikia is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sikirikia 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 Sikirikia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikirikia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikirikia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikirikia 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 Sikirikia
Where is Sikirikia located?
Sikirikia village is located in Tikabali Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikirikia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikirikia is Tikaballi.
What is the pincode of Sikirikia?
The pincode of Sikirikia is 762010.
What is the population of Sikirikia?
Sikirikia had a total population of 103, including 50 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Sikirikia?
Sikirikia had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikirikia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikirikia was 66.28%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 48.84%.