Sikat
Sikat is a village located in Barari subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Barari (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Sikkat is the gram panchayat of Sikat village.
Sikat has its own place in the vibrant Katihar 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 Sikat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikat is 225572. The village spans a total geographical area of 1333 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854115. Katihar is nearest town to Sikat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Sikat
Population of Sikat
Below is a concise population overview of Sikat 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 | 11,847 | 6,221 | 5,626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,622 | 1,350 | 1,272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 902 | 441 | 461 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,284 | 679 | 605 |
| Literate Population | 4,398 | 2,625 | 1,773 |
| Illiterate Population | 7,449 | 3,596 | 3,853 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikat village:
- The total population of Sikat village is around 11,847, including approximately 6,221 males and 5,626 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 2,622 children aged 0–6 years in Sikat village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikat village has 902 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,284 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sikat village is about 37.12%, with male literacy at 42.20% and female literacy at 31.51%.
- There are around 2,370 households in Sikat village.
Connectivity of Sikat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikat. As per the 2011 stats, Sikat 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 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikat
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikat
- Where is Sikat located?
- Sikat village is situated in Barari Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikat?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikat is Sikkat (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikat?
- The pincode of Sikat is 854115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikat is 11,847, with 6,221 males and 5,626 females.
- How many households are there in Sikat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikat village has a total of 2,370 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikat is 37.12%. The male literacy rate is 42.20%, while the female literacy rate is 31.51%.