Sikta - Dumraon, Buxar
Sikta is a village situated in the Dumraon subdivision of Buxar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dumraon and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Buxar. Kasian serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikta is 248172. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 802126 pincode. Dumraon is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Sikta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Buxar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikta
According to the 2011 Census, Sikta village had a total population of 446 people, including 229 males and 217 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.11%, with male literacy at 87.96% and female literacy at 72.04%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 24.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 446 | 229 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 38 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 168 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 61 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Sikta
Sikta 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 Sikta
Sikta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sikta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumraon to Sikta is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Buxar to Sikta is about 28 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 Sikta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sikta
Where is Sikta located?
Sikta village is located in Dumraon Subdivision, Buxar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikta?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikta is Kasian.
What is the pincode of Sikta?
The pincode of Sikta is 802126.
What is the population of Sikta?
Sikta had a total population of 446, including 229 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Sikta?
Sikta had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikta was 80.11%. Male literacy was 87.96% and female literacy was 72.04%.