Sikiripada - Tumudibandha, Kandhamal
Sikiripada is a village situated in the Tumudibandha tehsil of Kandhamal district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from Belaghar and around 138 km from Phulbani. Lankagarh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikiripada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikiripada is 417012. The village covers a total geographical area of 44 hectares and falls under the 762107 pincode. Phulabani is the nearest town, located about 147 km away.
Sikiripada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baliguda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kandhamal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikiripada
According to the 2011 Census, Sikiripada village had a total population of 21 people, including 9 males and 12 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 0.00%, with male literacy at 0.00% and female literacy at 0.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 9 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 9 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Sikiripada
Sikiripada 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 Sikiripada
Public transport in the Sikiripada 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 >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 Sikiripada is about 147 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Phulbani to Sikiripada is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikiripada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikiripada 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikiripada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikiripada 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikiripada
Where is Sikiripada located?
Sikiripada village is located in Tumudibandha Tehsil, Kandhamal district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikiripada?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikiripada is Lankagarh.
What is the pincode of Sikiripada?
The pincode of Sikiripada is 762107.
What is the population of Sikiripada?
Sikiripada had a total population of 21, including 9 males and 12 females.
How many households are there in Sikiripada?
Sikiripada had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikiripada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikiripada was 0.00%. Male literacy was 0.00% and female literacy was 0.00%.