Sikral - Machh Kund, Koraput
Sikral is a village situated in the Machh Kund tehsil of Koraput district, Odisha. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Machh Kund and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Koraput. Chikenput serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikral village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikral is 429552. The village covers a total geographical area of 541 hectares and falls under the 764042 pincode. Koraput is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sikral village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Koraput Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Sikral
As per Census 2011, Sikral village has a total population of 478 people, consisting of 249 males and 229 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 228 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikral are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 478 | 249 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 40 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 228 | 120 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 82 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 167 | 203 |
Nearby Villages of Sikral
Sikral 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 Sikral
Sikral 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 >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 Sikral is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Koraput to Sikral is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikral
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikral 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 Sikral
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikral 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 Sikral
Where is Sikral located?
Sikral village is located in Machh Kund Tehsil, Koraput district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikral?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikral is Chikenput.
What is the pincode of Sikral?
The pincode of Sikral is 764042.
What is the population of Sikral?
Sikral has a total population of 478, including 249 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Sikral?
There are 113 households in Sikral.
What is the literacy rate in Sikral?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikral is 22.59%. Male literacy is 32.93% and female literacy is 11.35%.