Siktiharuttarbasti - Bahadurganj, Kishanganj
Siktiharuttarbasti is a village situated in the Bahadurganj subdivision of Kishanganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bahadurganj and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Kishanganj. Jhiljhili serves as the Gram Panchayat for Siktiharuttarbasti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siktiharuttarbasti is 222757. The village covers a total geographical area of 16 hectares and falls under the 855115 pincode. Bahadurganj is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Siktiharuttarbasti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Siktiharuttarbasti
According to the 2011 Census, Siktiharuttarbasti village had a total population of 272 people, including 144 males and 128 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.50%, with male literacy at 40.18% and female literacy at 34.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 148.
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 | 272 | 144 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 32 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 148 | 81 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 99 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Siktiharuttarbasti
Siktiharuttarbasti 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 Siktiharuttarbasti
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Siktiharuttarbasti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bahadurganj to Siktiharuttarbasti is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kishanganj to Siktiharuttarbasti is about 36 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 Siktiharuttarbasti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siktiharuttarbasti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Siktiharuttarbasti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siktiharuttarbasti 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Siktiharuttarbasti
Where is Siktiharuttarbasti located?
Siktiharuttarbasti village is located in Bahadurganj Subdivision, Kishanganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siktiharuttarbasti?
The Gram Panchayat of Siktiharuttarbasti is Jhiljhili.
What is the pincode of Siktiharuttarbasti?
The pincode of Siktiharuttarbasti is 855115.
What is the population of Siktiharuttarbasti?
Siktiharuttarbasti had a total population of 272, including 144 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Siktiharuttarbasti?
Siktiharuttarbasti had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siktiharuttarbasti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siktiharuttarbasti was 37.50%. Male literacy was 40.18% and female literacy was 34.82%.