Sikapai - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Sikapai is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sikarpai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikapai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikapai is 425689. The village covers a total geographical area of 79 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sikapai 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 Sikapai
According to the 2011 Census, Sikapai village had a total population of 156 people, including 78 males and 78 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 15.18%, with male literacy at 28.07% and female literacy at 1.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 152.
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 | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 21 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 152 | 77 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 16 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 62 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Sikapai
Sikapai 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 Sikapai
Sikapai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sikapai.
| 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 Rayagada to Sikapai is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sikapai is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikapai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikapai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikapai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikapai 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) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikapai
Where is Sikapai located?
Sikapai village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikapai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikapai is Sikarpai.
What is the pincode of Sikapai?
The pincode of Sikapai is 765017.
What is the population of Sikapai?
Sikapai had a total population of 156, including 78 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Sikapai?
Sikapai had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikapai was 15.18%. Male literacy was 28.07% and female literacy was 1.82%.