Sikta Khurd
Sikta Khurd is a village located in Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Jogapatti (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Bettiah. As per 2009 stats, Donwar is the gram panchayat of Sikta Khurd village.
Here you can discover what makes Sikta Khurd unique in its vibrant Jogapatti-Pashchim Champaran region. You’ll see Sikta Khurd’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 Khurd
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikta Khurd is 217146. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares. Bettiah is nearest town to Sikta Khurd village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Sikta Khurd
Population of Sikta Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Sikta Khurd has a total population of about 683, with approximately 365 males and 318 females. The sex ratio is around 871 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 133 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 89 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.12%, with male literacy at about 53.42% and female literacy near 37.74%. There are around 113 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikta Khurd's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 683 | 365 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 80 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 315 | 195 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 170 | 198 |
Connectivity of Sikta Khurd
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikta Khurd. As per the 2011 stats, Sikta Khurd had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikta Khurd
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikta Khurd helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikta Khurd.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikta Khurd
- Where is Sikta Khurd located?
- Sikta Khurd village is situated in Jogapatti Subdivision, within the Pashchim Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikta Khurd?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikta Khurd is Donwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sikta Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikta Khurd is 683, with 365 males and 318 females.
- How many households are there in Sikta Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikta Khurd village has a total of 113 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikta Khurd as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikta Khurd is 46.12%. The male literacy rate is 53.42%, while the female literacy rate is 37.74%.