Sikandra
Sikandra is a Town and Subdivision in Jamui District of Bihar. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to Census 2011, the sub-district code of Sikandra Block (CD) is 01526. The total area of Sikandra Subdivision is 97 km². Sikandra has a sex ratio of approximately 936 females per 1,000 males.
List of Villages in Sikandra Subdivision
Sikandra Subdivision has a total of 68 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Sikandra Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Achambho | Pohe | Jamui (24 km) |
| 2 | Acharajdih | Pohe | Jamui (24 km) |
| 3 | Ahiapur | Khar Dih | Sikandra |
| 4 | Akauni Marthumbha | Kumar | Jamui (22 km) |
| 5 | Amina | Kumar | Sikandra |
| 6 | Bahadurpur | Sabal Bigha | Jamui (19 km) |
| 7 | Bakshanpur | Sighauri | Jamui (26 km) |
| 8 | Basaia | Mircha Pathak Chak | Jamui (16 km) |
| 9 | Basbutti | Sabal Bigha | Jamui (18 km) |
| 10 | Bhandari | Manjosh | Jamui (14 km) |
| 11 | Bhanta | Khar Dih | Jamui (28 km) |
| 12 | Bhar Ghara | Bichhwe | Jamui (18 km) |
| 13 | Bhullo | Bhullo | Jamui (25 km) |
| 14 | Bichhwa | Bichhwe | Jamui (17 km) |
| 15 | Bishunpur | Khar Dih | Jamui (27 km) |
| 16 | Bohrama | Sabal Bigha | Jamui (20 km) |
| 17 | Boriabad | Khar Dih | Sikandra |
| 18 | Chak Bela | Manjosh | Sikandra |
| 19 | Charan | Itasagar | Jamui (15 km) |
| 20 | Dhanwe | Mahadeo Simeria | Jamui (16 km) |
| 21 | Dharampur | Kumar | Jamui (28 km) |
| 22 | Ghos | Manjosh | Jamui (17 km) |
| 23 | Gokhula Fatehpur | Gokhula Fatehpur | Jamui (25 km) |
| 24 | Gonhar | Sabal Bigha | Jamui (18 km) |
| 25 | Gordih | Sighauri | Jamui (26 km) |
| 26 | Ita Sagar | Itasagar | Jamui (13 km) |
| 27 | Jagdispur | Sabal Bigha | Jamui (18 km) |
| 28 | Jaindih | Gokhula Fatehpur | Jamui (24 km) |
| 29 | Jalai Dostni | Sighauri | Jamui (24 km) |
| 30 | Jansinghdih | Sabal Bigha | Jamui (20 km) |
| 31 | Kaithwara | Khar Dih | Jamui (25 km) |
| 32 | Karma | Khar Dih | Jamui (24 km) |
| 33 | Kenui | Bichhwe | Jamui (16 km) |
| 34 | Khardih | Khar Dih | Jamui (26 km) |
| 35 | Khutkat | Bhullo | Jamui (25 km) |
| 36 | Kirpa Ramdih | Bhullo | Jamui (24 km) |
| 37 | Konan | Manjosh | Jamui (14 km) |
| 38 | Kumar | Kumar | Jamui (27 km) |
| 39 | Lachhuar | Bhullo | Jamui (21 km) |
| 40 | Lahila | Pohe | Jamui (25 km) |
| 41 | Lohanda | Khar Dih | Jamui (23 km) |
| 42 | Mahadeo Simaria | Mahadeo Simeria | Jamui (16 km) |
| 43 | Majos | Manjosh | Jamui (18 km) |
| 44 | Manpur | Khar Dih | Jamui (28 km) |
| 45 | Maricha | Mircha Pathak Chak | Jamui (16 km) |
| 46 | Mathurapur | Mathura Pur | Jamui (36 km) |
| 47 | Mobarakpur | Sabal Bigha | Jamui (20 km) |
| 48 | Nauwadih | Gokhula Fatehpur | Jamui (24 km) |
| 49 | Nima | Sabal Bigha | Jamui (18 km) |
| 50 | Pachmahua | Pohe | Jamui (22 km) |
| 51 | Pakri | Bichhwe | Jamui (18 km) |
| 52 | Patamar | Bichhwe | Jamui (17 km) |
| 53 | Pirhanda | Pohe | Jamui (25 km) |
| 54 | Pohe Khushhalpur | Pohe | Jamui (40 km) |
| 55 | Raghunathpur | Bichhwe | Jamui (18 km) |
| 56 | Ramdeochak | Sikandra | Jamui (25 km) |
| 57 | Ramdih Chitauni | Pohe | Jamui (24 km) |
| 58 | Ranhan | Mahadeo Simeria | Jamui (16 km) |
| 59 | Rewai | Gokhula Fatehpur | Jamui (40 km) |
| 60 | Sabal Bigha | Sabal Bigha | Jamui (20 km) |
| 61 | Sahasram | Pohe | Jamui (22 km) |
| 62 | Sardawad | Sighauri | Jamui (25 km) |
| 63 | Sarsa | Bichhwe | Jamui (19 km) |
| 64 | Shiudih | Mircha Pathak Chak | Jamui (16 km) |
| 65 | Sijori | Sighauri | Jamui (28 km) |
| 66 | Sikandra | Sikandra | Jamui (23 km) |
| 67 | Silauri | Khar Dih | Jamui (25 km) |
| 68 | Tal Saharsa | Sighauri | Jamui (30 km) |
Population of Sikandra Subdivision
The population profile of Sikandra Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Sikandra Subdivision's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,48,711 | 1,48,711 | N/A |
| Male Population | 76,782 | 76,782 | N/A |
| Female Population | 71,929 | 71,929 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27,633 | 27,633 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 14,135 | 14,135 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 13,498 | 13,498 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 72,771 | 72,771 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 44,356 | 44,356 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 28,415 | 28,415 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 75,940 | 75,940 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 32,426 | 32,426 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 43,514 | 43,514 | N/A |
| Total Households | 25,454 | 25,454 | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Total population is approximately 1,48,711 people. Includes nearly 76,782 males and 71,929 females. Rural population is about 1,48,711 people.
- There are around 27,633 children aged 0 to 6 years. This includes approximately 14,135 boys and 13,498 girls.
- Literate population is about 72,771 people. Non-literate population is around 75,940 people.
- There are nearly 25,454 households.
Social Structure and Density
This section offers a snapshot of social structure in Sikandra Subdivision, highlighting the SC and ST population across rural and urban areas, as well as how densely people live in different parts of the region.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 31,273 | 31,273 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 15,982 | 15,982 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 15,291 | 15,291 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 1,101 | 1,101 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 561 | 561 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 540 | 540 | N/A |
| Population Density | 1,530 / km² | 1,530 / km² | N/A |
Here’s a simplified summary based on Census 2011 stats:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Sikandra Subdivision is approximately 31,273 people, including 15,982 males and 15,291 females. Around 31,273 people live in rural parts.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Sikandra Subdivision is about 1,101 people, including 561 males and 540 females. Around 1,101 live in villages or rural parts.
- In terms of density, overall population density is around 1,530 people per square kilometre, rural areas have about 1,530 people per sq. km.