Sikuan - Khariar, Nuapada
Sikuan is a village situated in the Khariar tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khariar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Bhuliasikuan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikuan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikuan is 421967. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 766107 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Sikuan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sikuan village had a total population of 3,060 people, including 1,511 males and 1,549 females, living in 769 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.40%, with male literacy at 75.97% and female literacy at 57.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 296.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sikuan
Sikuan 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
Sikuan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sikuan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Sikuan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Sikuan is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikuan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikuan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikuan
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikuan
Where is Sikuan located?
Sikuan village is located in Khariar Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikuan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikuan is Bhuliasikuan.
What is the pincode of Sikuan?
The pincode of Sikuan is 766107.
What is the population of Sikuan?
Sikuan had a total population of 3,060, including 1,511 males and 1,549 females.
How many households are there in Sikuan?
Sikuan had 769 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikuan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikuan was 66.40%. Male literacy was 75.97% and female literacy was 57.09%.