Sikuan(Kala) - Khariar, Nuapada
Sikuan(Kala) is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 88 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Sunari Sikuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikuan(Kala) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikuan(Kala) is 422066. The village covers a total geographical area of 405 hectares and falls under the 766118 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sikuan(Kala) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikuan(Kala)
As per Census 2011, Sikuan(Kala) village has a total population of 1,639 people, consisting of 809 males and 830 females. The village has 459 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 261 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 704 literate and 935 illiterate residents. Additionally, 151 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 476 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikuan(Kala) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,639 | 809 | 830 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 261 | 133 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 151 | 75 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 476 | 234 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 704 | 421 | 283 |
| Illiterate Population | 935 | 388 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Sikuan(Kala)
Sikuan(Kala) 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 Sikuan(Kala)
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sikuan(Kala).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Sikuan(Kala) is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Sikuan(Kala) is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikuan(Kala)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikuan(Kala) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikuan(Kala)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikuan(Kala) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikuan(Kala)
Where is Sikuan(Kala) located?
Sikuan(Kala) village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikuan(Kala)?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikuan(Kala) is Sunari Sikuan.
What is the pincode of Sikuan(Kala)?
The pincode of Sikuan(Kala) is 766118.
What is the population of Sikuan(Kala)?
Sikuan(Kala) has a total population of 1,639, including 809 males and 830 females.
How many households are there in Sikuan(Kala)?
There are 459 households in Sikuan(Kala).
What is the literacy rate in Sikuan(Kala)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikuan(Kala) is 42.95%. Male literacy is 52.04% and female literacy is 34.10%.