Sikajhora No.1 - Bijni (Pt), Chirang
Sikajhora No.1 is a village situated in the Bijni (Pt) subdivision of Chirang district, Assam. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijni and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Kajalgaon.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikajhora No.1 is 302158. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.09 hectares and falls under the 783390 pincode. Bijni is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Sikajhora No.1 village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sidli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kokrajhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikajhora No.1
As per Census 2011, Sikajhora No.1 village has a total population of 609 people, consisting of 323 males and 286 females. The village has 114 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 322 literate and 287 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikajhora No.1 are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 609 | 323 | 286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 266 | 142 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 193 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 287 | 130 | 157 |
Nearby Villages of Sikajhora No.1
Sikajhora No.1 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 Sikajhora No.1
Sikajhora No.1 is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bijni to Sikajhora No.1 is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kajalgaon to Sikajhora No.1 is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikajhora No.1
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikajhora No.1 village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikajhora No.1
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikajhora No.1 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 Sikajhora No.1
Where is Sikajhora No.1 located?
Sikajhora No.1 village is located in Bijni (Pt) Subdivision, Chirang district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of Sikajhora No.1?
The pincode of Sikajhora No.1 is 783390.
What is the population of Sikajhora No.1?
Sikajhora No.1 has a total population of 609, including 323 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Sikajhora No.1?
There are 114 households in Sikajhora No.1.
What is the literacy rate in Sikajhora No.1?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikajhora No.1 is 52.87%. Male literacy is 59.75% and female literacy is 45.10%.