Shikaralota - Kashipur, Rayagada
Shikaralota is a village situated in the Kashipur tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kashipur and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Chandragiri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shikaralota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shikaralota is 425887. The village covers a total geographical area of 34 hectares and falls under the 765015 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Shikaralota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rayagada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shikaralota
According to the 2011 Census, Shikaralota village had a total population of 59 people, including 31 males and 28 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 903 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.00%, with male literacy at 35.71% and female literacy at 12.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 31 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 21 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Shikaralota
Shikaralota 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 Shikaralota
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shikaralota.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rayagada to Shikaralota is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Shikaralota is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shikaralota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shikaralota 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 Shikaralota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shikaralota 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 Shikaralota
Where is Shikaralota located?
Shikaralota village is located in Kashipur Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikaralota?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikaralota is Chandragiri.
What is the pincode of Shikaralota?
The pincode of Shikaralota is 765015.
What is the population of Shikaralota?
Shikaralota had a total population of 59, including 31 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Shikaralota?
Shikaralota had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikaralota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shikaralota was 25.00%. Male literacy was 35.71% and female literacy was 12.50%.