Sikaria - Madhepur, Madhubani
Sikaria is a village situated in the Madhepur subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madhepur and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Mahisham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikaria village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikaria is 220851. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.6 hectares and falls under the 847402 pincode. Jhanjharpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Sikaria village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikaria
As per Census 2011, Sikaria village has a total population of 1,987 people, consisting of 1,058 males and 929 females. The village has 341 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 331 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 709 literate and 1,278 illiterate residents. Additionally, 399 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikaria are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,987 | 1,058 | 929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 331 | 175 | 156 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 399 | 211 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 486 | 223 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,278 | 572 | 706 |
Nearby Villages of Sikaria
Sikaria is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Asam | North-East | 1.11 km |
| Mahisan | South | 1.53 km |
| Gopalpatti | North-East | 1.84 km |
| Semraha | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Bath | North | 2.08 km |
| Madhepur | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Sarauni | South | 2.67 km |
| Manmohan | North-West | 3.01 km |
| Tardiha | North-East | 3.08 km |
| Pure | West | 3.11 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikaria
Sikaria is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Tamuria, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Jhanjharpur to Sikaria is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Sikaria is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikaria
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikaria 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 Sikaria
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikaria village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sikaria
Where is Sikaria located?
Sikaria village is located in Madhepur Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikaria?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikaria is Mahisham.
What is the pincode of Sikaria?
The pincode of Sikaria is 847402.
What is the population of Sikaria?
Sikaria has a total population of 1,987, including 1,058 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Sikaria?
There are 341 households in Sikaria.
What is the literacy rate in Sikaria?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikaria is 35.68%. Male literacy is 45.94% and female literacy is 24.00%.