Sikatia - Sidhaw, Pashchim Champaran
Sikatia is a village situated in the Sidhaw subdivision of Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sidhaw and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bettiah. Chamwaliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikatia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikatia is 216157. The village covers a total geographical area of 38 hectares and falls under the 845105 pincode. Bagha is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Sikatia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagaha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valmiki Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikatia
According to the 2011 Census, Sikatia village had a total population of 535 people, including 293 males and 242 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 826 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.22%, with male literacy at 45.78% and female literacy at 20.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 51, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 13.
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 | 535 | 293 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 44 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 28 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 7 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 114 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 179 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Sikatia
Sikatia 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 Sikatia
Public transport in the Sikatia is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagha to Sikatia is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bettiah to Sikatia is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikatia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikatia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Sikatia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikatia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikatia
Where is Sikatia located?
Sikatia village is located in Sidhaw Subdivision, Pashchim Champaran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikatia?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikatia is Chamwaliya.
What is the pincode of Sikatia?
The pincode of Sikatia is 845105.
What is the population of Sikatia?
Sikatia had a total population of 535, including 293 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Sikatia?
Sikatia had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikatia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikatia was 34.22%. Male literacy was 45.78% and female literacy was 20.10%.