Sikitalova - Bandhugaon, Koraput
Sikitalova is a village situated in the Bandhugaon tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bandhugaon and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Kapalada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikitalova village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikitalova is 428810. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 764027 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Sikitalova village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakshmipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikitalova
As per Census 2011, Sikitalova village has a total population of 28 people, consisting of 14 males and 14 females. The village has 9 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikitalova are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 14 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Sikitalova
Sikitalova 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 Sikitalova
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sikitalova.
| 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 Koraput to Sikitalova is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sikitalova is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikitalova
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikitalova 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 Sikitalova
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikitalova 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 Sikitalova
Where is Sikitalova located?
Sikitalova village is located in Bandhugaon Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikitalova?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikitalova is Kapalada.
What is the pincode of Sikitalova?
The pincode of Sikitalova is 764027.
What is the population of Sikitalova?
Sikitalova has a total population of 28, including 14 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Sikitalova?
There are 9 households in Sikitalova.