Sikadine - Geku Eac, Upper Siang
Sikadine is a village situated in the Geku Eac circle of Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from Geku and around 42 km from Yingkiong. Geku Ramku-sika-dine serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikadine village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikadine is 264001. The village falls under the 791002 pincode.
Sikadine village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikadine
According to the 2011 Census, Sikadine village had a total population of 186 people, including 96 males and 90 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.29%, with male literacy at 68.00% and female literacy at 59.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 186.
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 | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 45 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Sikadine
Sikadine 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 Sikadine
Sikadine is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Yingkiong to Sikadine is about 42 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 Sikadine
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikadine 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 Sikadine
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikadine village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sikadine
Where is Sikadine located?
Sikadine village is located in Geku Eac Circle, Upper Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikadine?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikadine is Geku Ramku-sika-dine.
What is the pincode of Sikadine?
The pincode of Sikadine is 791002.
What is the population of Sikadine?
Sikadine had a total population of 186, including 96 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Sikadine?
Sikadine had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikadine?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikadine was 63.29%. Male literacy was 68.00% and female literacy was 59.04%.