Sikharpur

Sikharpur is a village located in Sarankul tehsil of Nayagarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Sarankul (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Nayagarh . As per 2009 stats, Sikharpur village is also a gram panchayat.

Sikharpur has its own place in the vibrant Nayagarh 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 Sikharpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikharpur is 406709. The village spans a total geographical area of 443 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752080. Nayagarh is nearest town to Sikharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sikharpur village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ranpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Puri Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Sikharpur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,216 2,833 2,383
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 473 282 191
Scheduled Castes (SC) 196 109 87
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 3,492 2,009 1,483
Illiterate Population 1,724 824 900

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

  • The total population of Sikharpur village is around 5,216, including approximately 2,833 males and 2,383 females, with a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 473 children aged 0–6 years in Sikharpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikharpur village has 196 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sikharpur village is about 66.95%, with male literacy at 70.91% and female literacy at 62.23%.
  • There are around 1,215 households in Sikharpur village.

Connectivity of Sikharpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sikharpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sikharpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Sikharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikharpur.

Pancharidapaikabad Pancharidamanapur Karadaraghunathapur Hariharpur Asuradhipa Panibhandar Gandhabaran Badhisahi Kajalaipallisasan Badakutuni Kunjabanpalli

Frequently Asked Questions about Sikharpur

Where is Sikharpur located?
Sikharpur village is situated in Sarankul Tehsil, within the Nayagarh district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikharpur?
Sikharpur serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Sikharpur?
The pincode of Sikharpur is 752080, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sikharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikharpur is 5,216, with 2,833 males and 2,383 females.
How many households are there in Sikharpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikharpur village has a total of 1,215 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikharpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikharpur is 66.95%. The male literacy rate is 70.91%, while the female literacy rate is 62.23%.