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.

Sikta Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Pashchim Champaran 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 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.

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Population of Sikta Kalan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sikta Kalan village is around 856, including approximately 460 males and 396 females, with a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 156 children aged 0–6 years in Sikta Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikta Kalan village has 24 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 71 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sikta Kalan village is about 50.35%, with male literacy at 58.04% and female literacy at 41.41%.
  • There are around 189 households in Sikta Kalan village.

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%.