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.
Here you can discover what makes Sikuan unique in its vibrant Khariar-Nuapada region. You’ll see Sikuan’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sikuan has a total population of about 3,060, with approximately 1,511 males and 1,549 females. The sex ratio is around 1025 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 334 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 117 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 296. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.15%, with male literacy at about 67.57% and female literacy near 50.94%. There are around 769 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikuan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.