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
As per Census 2011, Sikadine village has a total population of 186 people, consisting of 96 males and 90 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 100 literate and 86 illiterate residents. Additionally, 186 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikadine are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 96 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 21 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 186, including 96 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Sikadine?
There are 32 households in Sikadine.
What is the literacy rate in Sikadine?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikadine is 53.76%. Male literacy is 53.13% and female literacy is 54.44%.