Siktia - Kursakatta, Araria
Siktia is a village situated in the Kursakatta subdivision of Araria district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kursakatta and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Araria. Siktia village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siktia is 221933. The village covers a total geographical area of 701 hectares and falls under the 854332 pincode. Forbesganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Siktia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siktia
As per Census 2011, Siktia village has a total population of 6,308 people, consisting of 3,283 males and 3,025 females. The village has 1,087 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,924 literate and 3,384 illiterate residents. Additionally, 338 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Siktia are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,308 | 3,283 | 3,025 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,409 | 712 | 697 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 179 | 159 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 2,924 | 1,860 | 1,064 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,384 | 1,423 | 1,961 |
Nearby Villages of Siktia
Siktia is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sankri | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Shankarpur | North | 1.53 km |
| Harpur | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Goiya Nar | South | 2.04 km |
| Mirjumla | East | 2.18 km |
| Makhdumpur | East | 2.20 km |
| Dandaspur | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Dalpatpur | South | 2.30 km |
| Bahadurpur | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Ramgarha | North-West | 2.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Siktia
Siktia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chainwa, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Forbesganj to Siktia is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Araria to Siktia is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Siktia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siktia 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 Siktia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siktia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Siktia
Where is Siktia located?
Siktia village is located in Kursakatta Subdivision, Araria district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siktia?
Siktia is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Siktia?
The pincode of Siktia is 854332.
What is the population of Siktia?
Siktia has a total population of 6,308, including 3,283 males and 3,025 females.
How many households are there in Siktia?
There are 1,087 households in Siktia.
What is the literacy rate in Siktia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siktia is 46.35%. Male literacy is 56.66% and female literacy is 35.17%.