Sikuan
Sikuan is a village located in Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khariar (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Nuapada. As per 2009 stats, Bhuliasikuan is the gram panchayat of Sikuan village.
Sikuan has its own place in the vibrant Nuapada 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 Sikuan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikuan is 421967. The village spans a total geographical area of 342 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766107. Khariar Road is nearest town to Sikuan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sikuan
Population of Sikuan
Below is a concise population overview of Sikuan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,060 | 1,511 | 1,549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 167 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 58 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 296 | 85 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 1,810 | 1,021 | 789 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,250 | 490 | 760 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikuan village:
- The total population of Sikuan village is around 3,060, including approximately 1,511 males and 1,549 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 334 children aged 0–6 years in Sikuan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikuan village has 117 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 296 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sikuan village is about 59.15%, with male literacy at 67.57% and female literacy at 50.94%.
- There are around 769 households in Sikuan village.
Connectivity of Sikuan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikuan. As per the 2011 stats, Sikuan 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 Sikuan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikuan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikuan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikuan
- Where is Sikuan located?
- Sikuan village is situated in Khariar Tehsil, within the Nuapada district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikuan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikuan is Bhuliasikuan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikuan?
- The pincode of Sikuan is 766107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikuan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikuan is 3,060, with 1,511 males and 1,549 females.
- How many households are there in Sikuan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikuan village has a total of 769 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikuan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikuan is 59.15%. The male literacy rate is 67.57%, while the female literacy rate is 50.94%.