Sikarpur
Sikarpur is a village located in Kadwa subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kadwa (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Shikarpur is the gram panchayat of Sikarpur village.
Sikarpur 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 Sikarpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikarpur is 224458. The village spans a total geographical area of 224 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854317. Katihar is nearest town to Sikarpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 65km away.
Google Map of Sikarpur
Population of Sikarpur
Below is a concise population overview of Sikarpur 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 | 5,804 | 3,024 | 2,780 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,241 | 630 | 611 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 970 | 491 | 479 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,418 | 1,483 | 935 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,386 | 1,541 | 1,845 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikarpur village:
- The total population of Sikarpur village is around 5,804, including approximately 3,024 males and 2,780 females, with a sex ratio of 919 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,241 children aged 0–6 years in Sikarpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikarpur village has 970 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sikarpur village is about 41.66%, with male literacy at 49.04% and female literacy at 33.63%.
- There are around 1,155 households in Sikarpur village.
Connectivity of Sikarpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikarpur. As per the 2011 stats, Sikarpur 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikarpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikarpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikarpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikarpur
- Where is Sikarpur located?
- Sikarpur village is situated in Kadwa Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikarpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikarpur is Shikarpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikarpur?
- The pincode of Sikarpur is 854317, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikarpur is 5,804, with 3,024 males and 2,780 females.
- How many households are there in Sikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikarpur village has a total of 1,155 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikarpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikarpur is 41.66%. The male literacy rate is 49.04%, while the female literacy rate is 33.63%.