Sikandara Kalan

Sikandara Kalan is a village located in Giriak subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Giriak (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Puraini is the gram panchayat of Sikandara Kalan village.

Sikandara Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Sikandara Kalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikandara Kalan is 245149. The village spans a total geographical area of 36 hectares. Biharsharif is nearest town to Sikandara Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Sikandara Kalan

Below is a concise population overview of Sikandara Kalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 468 237 231
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 98 54 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 10 7 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 214 137 77
Illiterate Population 254 100 154

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikandara Kalan village:

  • The total population of Sikandara Kalan village is around 468, including approximately 237 males and 231 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Sikandara Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikandara Kalan village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sikandara Kalan village is about 45.73%, with male literacy at 57.81% and female literacy at 33.33%.
  • There are around 66 households in Sikandara Kalan village.

Connectivity of Sikandara Kalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikandara Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Sikandara Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sikandara Kalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Sikandara Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikandara Kalan.

Kandopur Adampur Giriak Bahbolpur Ghora Katora Daktar English Puraini Manpur Takhat Rauza Hasanpur Haibatpur Saidpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sikandara Kalan

Where is Sikandara Kalan located?
Sikandara Kalan village is situated in Giriak Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikandara Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikandara Kalan is Puraini (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sikandara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikandara Kalan is 468, with 237 males and 231 females.
How many households are there in Sikandara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikandara Kalan village has a total of 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandara Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikandara Kalan is 45.73%. The male literacy rate is 57.81%, while the female literacy rate is 33.33%.