Sikhapali
Sikhapali is a village located in Orkel tehsil of Malkangiri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Orkel (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Malkangiri . As per 2009 stats, Podaghat is the gram panchayat of Sikhapali village.
Here you can discover what makes Sikhapali unique in its vibrant Orkel-Malkangiri region. You’ll see Sikhapali’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sikhapali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikhapali is 430849. The village spans a total geographical area of 928 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 764043. Balimela is nearest town to Sikhapali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sikhapali
Population of Sikhapali
According to the 2011 Census, Sikhapali has a total population of about 1,292, with approximately 637 males and 655 females. The sex ratio is around 1028 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 257 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,232. The overall literacy rate is approximately 40.63%, with male literacy at about 48.51% and female literacy near 32.98%. There are around 282 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikhapali's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Connectivity of Sikhapali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikhapali. As per the 2011 stats, Sikhapali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikhapali
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikhapali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikhapali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikhapali
- Where is Sikhapali located?
- Sikhapali village is situated in Orkel Tehsil, within the Malkangiri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikhapali?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikhapali is Podaghat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikhapali?
- The pincode of Sikhapali is 764043, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikhapali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikhapali is 1,292, with 637 males and 655 females.
- How many households are there in Sikhapali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikhapali village has a total of 282 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikhapali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikhapali is 40.63%. The male literacy rate is 48.51%, while the female literacy rate is 32.98%.