Sikta Khurd - Jogapatti, Pashchim Champaran
Sikta Khurd is a village situated in the Jogapatti subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jogapatti and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Donwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikta Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikta Khurd is 217146. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.8 hectares and falls under the 845451 pincode. Bettiah is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Sikta Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikta Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Sikta Khurd village had a total population of 683 people, including 365 males and 318 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.27%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 45.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 89, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Sikta Khurd
Sikta Khurd is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sikta Khurd
Sikta Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bettiah to Sikta Khurd is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Sikta Khurd is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikta Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikta Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikta Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikta Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikta Khurd
Where is Sikta Khurd located?
Sikta Khurd village is located in Jogapatti Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikta Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikta Khurd is Donwar.
What is the pincode of Sikta Khurd?
The pincode of Sikta Khurd is 845451.
What is the population of Sikta Khurd?
Sikta Khurd had a total population of 683, including 365 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Sikta Khurd?
Sikta Khurd had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikta Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikta Khurd was 57.27%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 45.28%.