Fikodchundi - Lathikata, Sundargarh
Fikodchundi is a village situated in the Lathikata tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from Brahmani Tarang and around 150 km from Sundargarh. Bad-dalki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Fikodchundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Fikodchundi is 384592. The village covers a total geographical area of 454 hectares and falls under the 769004 pincode. Raurkela is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Fikodchundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajgangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Fikodchundi
According to the 2011 Census, Fikodchundi village had a total population of 496 people, including 261 males and 235 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 900 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.64%, with male literacy at 84.09% and female literacy at 64.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 480.
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 | 496 | 261 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 250 | 230 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 185 | 130 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 76 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Fikodchundi
Fikodchundi 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 Fikodchundi
Public transport in the Fikodchundi is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Raurkela to Fikodchundi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Fikodchundi is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Fikodchundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Fikodchundi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Fikodchundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Fikodchundi 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 Fikodchundi
Where is Fikodchundi located?
Fikodchundi village is located in Lathikata Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Fikodchundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Fikodchundi is Bad-dalki.
What is the pincode of Fikodchundi?
The pincode of Fikodchundi is 769004.
What is the population of Fikodchundi?
Fikodchundi had a total population of 496, including 261 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Fikodchundi?
Fikodchundi had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fikodchundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Fikodchundi was 74.64%. Male literacy was 84.09% and female literacy was 64.36%.