Sikaria
Sikaria is a village located in Garhani subdivision of Bhojpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Garhani (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Arrah. As per 2009 stats, Baraura is the gram panchayat of Sikaria village.
Sikaria has its own place in the vibrant Bhojpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sikaria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikaria is 247530. The village spans a total geographical area of 88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 802203. Arrah is nearest town to Sikaria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Sikaria
Below is a concise population overview of Sikaria as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,413 | 749 | 664 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 131 | 111 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 442 | 217 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 797 | 521 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 228 | 388 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikaria village:
- The total population of Sikaria village is around 1,413, including approximately 749 males and 664 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 242 children aged 0–6 years in Sikaria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikaria village has 442 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sikaria village is about 56.40%, with male literacy at 69.56% and female literacy at 41.57%.
- There are around 229 households in Sikaria village.
Connectivity of Sikaria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikaria. As per the 2011 stats, Sikaria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikaria
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikaria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikaria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikaria
- Where is Sikaria located?
- Sikaria village is situated in Garhani Subdivision, within the Bhojpur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikaria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikaria is Baraura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikaria?
- The pincode of Sikaria is 802203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikaria is 1,413, with 749 males and 664 females.
- How many households are there in Sikaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikaria village has a total of 229 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikaria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikaria is 56.40%. The male literacy rate is 69.56%, while the female literacy rate is 41.57%.