Sahanikera
Sahanikera is a village located in Sadar tehsil of Puri district in Odisha, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Sadar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Puri. As per 2009 stats, Rahadamalla is the gram panchayat of Sahanikera village.
Here you can discover what makes Sahanikera unique in its vibrant Sadar-Puri region. You’ll see Sahanikera’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 Sahanikera
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sahanikera is 409869. The village spans a total geographical area of 398 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 752013. Puri is nearest town to Sahanikera village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
Google Map of Sahanikera
Population of Sahanikera
According to the 2011 Census, Sahanikera has a total population of about 1,608, with approximately 813 males and 795 females. The sex ratio is around 977 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 163 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 152 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.62%, with male literacy at about 80.44% and female literacy near 70.69%. There are around 341 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sahanikera's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,608 | 813 | 795 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 163 | 91 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 152 | 74 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 654 | 562 |
| Illiterate Population | 392 | 159 | 233 |
Connectivity of Sahanikera
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sahanikera. As per the 2011 stats, Sahanikera had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sahanikera
Knowing the nearby villages of Sahanikera helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sahanikera.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sahanikera
- Where is Sahanikera located?
- Sahanikera village is situated in Sadar Tehsil, within the Puri district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sahanikera?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sahanikera is Rahadamalla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sahanikera?
- The pincode of Sahanikera is 752013, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sahanikera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sahanikera is 1,608, with 813 males and 795 females.
- How many households are there in Sahanikera as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sahanikera village has a total of 341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sahanikera as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sahanikera is 75.62%. The male literacy rate is 80.44%, while the female literacy rate is 70.69%.