Sikorogudi - Chandrapur, Rayagada
Sikorogudi is a village situated in the Chandrapur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chandrapur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Bijapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikorogudi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikorogudi is 425134. The village covers a total geographical area of 91 hectares and falls under the 765026 pincode. Gudari is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Sikorogudi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gunupur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikorogudi
According to the 2011 Census, Sikorogudi village had a total population of 270 people, including 133 males and 137 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.23%, with male literacy at 68.18% and female literacy at 36.84%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 267.
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 | 270 | 133 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 267 | 131 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 75 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 153 | 58 | 95 |
Nearby Villages of Sikorogudi
Sikorogudi 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 Sikorogudi
Sikorogudi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sikorogudi.
| 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 Gudari to Sikorogudi is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sikorogudi 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 Sikorogudi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikorogudi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikorogudi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikorogudi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikorogudi
Where is Sikorogudi located?
Sikorogudi village is located in Chandrapur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikorogudi?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikorogudi is Bijapur.
What is the pincode of Sikorogudi?
The pincode of Sikorogudi is 765026.
What is the population of Sikorogudi?
Sikorogudi had a total population of 270, including 133 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Sikorogudi?
Sikorogudi had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikorogudi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikorogudi was 52.23%. Male literacy was 68.18% and female literacy was 36.84%.