Sikta Kalan
Sikta Kalan is a village located in Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jogapatti (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Barwaojha is the gram panchayat of Sikta Kalan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sikta Kalan unique in its vibrant Jogapatti-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Sikta Kalan’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 Sikta Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikta Kalan is 217145. The village spans a total geographical area of 80.1 hectares. Bettiah is nearest town to Sikta Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Sikta Kalan
Population of Sikta Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Sikta Kalan has a total population of about 856, with approximately 460 males and 396 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 71. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.35%, with male literacy at about 58.04% and female literacy near 41.41%. There are around 189 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikta Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 856 | 460 | 396 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 89 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 267 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 193 | 232 |
Connectivity of Sikta Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikta Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Sikta 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikta Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikta Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikta Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikta Kalan
- Where is Sikta Kalan located?
- Sikta Kalan village is situated in Jogapatti Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikta Kalan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikta Kalan is Barwaojha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sikta Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikta Kalan is 856, with 460 males and 396 females.
- How many households are there in Sikta Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikta Kalan village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikta Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikta Kalan is 50.35%. The male literacy rate is 58.04%, while the female literacy rate is 41.41%.