Sikampadar - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Sikampadar is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bhetiapada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikampadar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikampadar is 425370. The village covers a total geographical area of 253 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Gunupur is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sikampadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikampadar
According to the 2011 Census, Sikampadar village had a total population of 485 people, including 230 males and 255 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 1,109 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.84%, with male literacy at 57.37% and female literacy at 37.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 183, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 297.
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 | 485 | 230 | 255 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 40 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 81 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 297 | 146 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 109 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 121 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Sikampadar
Sikampadar 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 Sikampadar
Public transport in the Sikampadar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gunupur to Sikampadar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sikampadar is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikampadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikampadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikampadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikampadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sikampadar
Where is Sikampadar located?
Sikampadar village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikampadar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikampadar is Bhetiapada.
What is the pincode of Sikampadar?
The pincode of Sikampadar is 765019.
What is the population of Sikampadar?
Sikampadar had a total population of 485, including 230 males and 255 females.
How many households are there in Sikampadar?
Sikampadar had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikampadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikampadar was 46.84%. Male literacy was 57.37% and female literacy was 37.84%.