Sikta

Sikta is a village located in Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Dumraon (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Buxar. As per 2009 stats, Kasian is the gram panchayat of Sikta village.

Sikta has its own place in the vibrant Buxar 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 Sikta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikta is 248172. The village spans a total geographical area of 96 hectares. Dumraon is nearest town to Sikta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

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Population of Sikta

Below is a concise population overview of Sikta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 446 229 217
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 69 38 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 24 13 11
Literate Population 302 168 134
Illiterate Population 144 61 83

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikta village:

  • The total population of Sikta village is around 446, including approximately 229 males and 217 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 69 children aged 0–6 years in Sikta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikta village has 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sikta village is about 67.71%, with male literacy at 73.36% and female literacy at 61.75%.
  • There are around 67 households in Sikta village.

Connectivity of Sikta

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikta. As per the 2011 stats, Sikta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sikta

Knowing the nearby villages of Sikta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikta.

Mugaon Phogu Tola Kopwa Dihri Kashia Ekauni Khairahi Athaon Dahigana Saro Dih Udhopur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sikta

Where is Sikta located?
Sikta village is situated in Dumraon Subdivision, within the Buxar district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikta is Kasian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikta is 446, with 229 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikta village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikta is 67.71%. The male literacy rate is 73.36%, while the female literacy rate is 61.75%.