Sikaria
Sikaria is a village located in Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Madhepur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Mahisham is the gram panchayat of Sikaria village.
Here you can discover what makes Sikaria unique in its vibrant Madhepur-Madhubani region. You’ll see Sikaria’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sikaria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikaria is 220851. The village spans a total geographical area of 196.6 hectares. Jhanjharpur is nearest town to Sikaria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Sikaria
Population of Sikaria
According to the 2011 Census, Sikaria has a total population of about 1,987, with approximately 1,058 males and 929 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 331 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 399 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.68%, with male literacy at about 45.94% and female literacy near 24.00%. There are around 341 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikaria's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,987 | 1,058 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 175 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 211 | 188 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 709 | 486 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 572 | 706 |
Connectivity of Sikaria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikaria. As per the 2011 stats, Sikaria 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikaria
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikaria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikaria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikaria
- Where is Sikaria located?
- Sikaria village is situated in Madhepur Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikaria?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikaria is Mahisham (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sikaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikaria is 1,987, with 1,058 males and 929 females.
- How many households are there in Sikaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikaria village has a total of 341 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikaria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikaria is 35.68%. The male literacy rate is 45.94%, while the female literacy rate is 24.00%.