Sikatia - Pranpur, Katihar
Sikatia is a village situated in the Pranpur subdivision of Katihar district, Bihar. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pranpur and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Katihar. Kathghar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikatia is 225384. The village covers a total geographical area of 123 hectares and falls under the 854107 pincode. Katihar is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Sikatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikatia
According to the 2011 Census, Sikatia village had a total population of 339 people, including 183 males and 156 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 852 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.80%, with male literacy at 50.37% and female literacy at 36.59%.
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 | 339 | 183 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 48 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 68 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 115 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Sikatia
Sikatia 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 Sikatia
Sikatia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sikatia.
| 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Katihar to Sikatia is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikatia
Where is Sikatia located?
Sikatia village is located in Pranpur Subdivision, Katihar district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikatia is Kathghar.
What is the pincode of Sikatia?
The pincode of Sikatia is 854107.
What is the population of Sikatia?
Sikatia had a total population of 339, including 183 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Sikatia?
Sikatia had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikatia was 43.80%. Male literacy was 50.37% and female literacy was 36.59%.