Sikaria
Sikaria is a village located in Karakat subdivision of Rohtas district in Bihar, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Karakat (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Sasaram. As per 2009 stats, Sikaria village is also a gram panchayat.
Sikaria has its own place in the vibrant Rohtas 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 Sikaria
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikaria is 251400. The village spans a total geographical area of 241 hectares. Bikramganj is nearest town to Sikaria village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Sikaria
Population of Sikaria
Below is a concise population overview of Sikaria as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 3,961 | 2,073 | 1,888 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 696 | 363 | 333 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,124 | 575 | 549 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 2,619 | 1,506 | 1,113 |
Illiterate Population | 1,342 | 567 | 775 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikaria village:
- The total population of Sikaria village is around 3,961, including approximately 2,073 males and 1,888 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 696 children aged 0–6 years in Sikaria village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikaria village has 1,124 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Sikaria village is about 66.12%, with male literacy at 72.65% and female literacy at 58.95%.
- There are around 673 households in Sikaria village.
Connectivity of Sikaria
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikaria. As per the 2011 stats, Sikaria had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikaria
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikaria helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikaria.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikaria
- Where is Sikaria located?
- Sikaria village is situated in Karakat Subdivision, within the Rohtas district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikaria?
- Sikaria serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sikaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikaria is 3,961, with 2,073 males and 1,888 females.
- How many households are there in Sikaria as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikaria village has a total of 673 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikaria as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikaria is 66.12%. The male literacy rate is 72.65%, while the female literacy rate is 58.95%.