Sikariya - Behea, Bhojpur
Sikariya is a village situated in the Behea subdivision of Bhojpur district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Behea and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Arrah. Tiyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikariya is 247196. The village covers a total geographical area of 352 hectares and falls under the 802183 pincode. Behea is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Sikariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikariya
As per Census 2011, Sikariya village has a total population of 2,843 people, consisting of 1,526 males and 1,317 females. The village has 453 households and a sex ratio of 863 females per 1,000 males. There are 470 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,752 literate and 1,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 762 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,843 | 1,526 | 1,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 470 | 257 | 213 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 762 | 403 | 359 |
| Literate Population | 1,752 | 1,053 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,091 | 473 | 618 |
Nearby Villages of Sikariya
Sikariya 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 Sikariya
Sikariya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Sikariya has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Behea to Sikariya is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Arrah to Sikariya is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikariya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikariya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sikariya
Where is Sikariya located?
Sikariya village is located in Behea Subdivision, Bhojpur district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikariya is Tiyar.
What is the pincode of Sikariya?
The pincode of Sikariya is 802183.
What is the population of Sikariya?
Sikariya has a total population of 2,843, including 1,526 males and 1,317 females.
How many households are there in Sikariya?
There are 453 households in Sikariya.
What is the literacy rate in Sikariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikariya is 61.63%. Male literacy is 69.00% and female literacy is 53.08%.