Sikarpai - Kalyanasingpur, Rayagada
Sikarpai is a village situated in the Kalyanasingpur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalyanasingpur and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Sikarpai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikarpai is 425658. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 765017 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Sikarpai 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 Sikarpai
As per Census 2011, Sikarpai village has a total population of 3,060 people, consisting of 1,492 males and 1,568 females. The village has 761 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 403 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,304 literate and 1,756 illiterate residents. Additionally, 549 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 410 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikarpai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,060 | 1,492 | 1,568 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 403 | 207 | 196 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 549 | 271 | 278 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 203 | 207 |
| Literate Population | 1,304 | 758 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,756 | 734 | 1,022 |
Nearby Villages of Sikarpai
Sikarpai 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 Sikarpai
Sikarpai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Sikarpai has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Sikarpai is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Sikarpai is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikarpai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikarpai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikarpai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikarpai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sikarpai
Where is Sikarpai located?
Sikarpai village is located in Kalyanasingpur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikarpai?
Sikarpai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikarpai?
The pincode of Sikarpai is 765017.
What is the population of Sikarpai?
Sikarpai has a total population of 3,060, including 1,492 males and 1,568 females.
How many households are there in Sikarpai?
There are 761 households in Sikarpai.
What is the literacy rate in Sikarpai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikarpai is 42.61%. Male literacy is 50.80% and female literacy is 34.82%.