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.

Sikhapali has its own place in the vibrant Malkangiri region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Sikhapali

Below is a concise population overview of Sikhapali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikhapali village:

  • The total population of Sikhapali village is around 1,292, including approximately 637 males and 655 females, with a sex ratio of 1028 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 257 children aged 0–6 years in Sikhapali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikhapali village has 19 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,232 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sikhapali village is about 40.63%, with male literacy at 48.51% and female literacy at 32.98%.
  • There are around 282 households in Sikhapali village.

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)
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%.