Sikhapalli - Khairput, Malkangiri
Sikhapalli is a village situated in the Khairput tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 9 km from Orkel and around 70 km from Malkangiri . Podaghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikhapalli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikhapalli is 430849. The village covers a total geographical area of 928 hectares and falls under the 764051 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sikhapalli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikhapalli
As per Census 2011, Sikhapalli village has a total population of 1,292 people, consisting of 637 males and 655 females. The village has 282 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 257 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 525 literate and 767 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,232 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikhapalli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,292 | 637 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 257 | 135 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,232 | 614 | 618 |
| Literate Population | 525 | 309 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 767 | 328 | 439 |
Nearby Villages of Sikhapalli
Sikhapalli 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 Sikhapalli
Public transport in the Sikhapalli is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sikhapalli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balimela to Sikhapalli is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Sikhapalli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikhapalli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikhapalli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikhapalli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikhapalli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikhapalli
Where is Sikhapalli located?
Sikhapalli village is located in Khairput Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikhapalli?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikhapalli is Podaghat.
What is the pincode of Sikhapalli?
The pincode of Sikhapalli is 764051.
What is the population of Sikhapalli?
Sikhapalli has a total population of 1,292, including 637 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Sikhapalli?
There are 282 households in Sikhapalli.
What is the literacy rate in Sikhapalli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikhapalli is 40.63%. Male literacy is 48.51% and female literacy is 32.98%.