Sikti Khanjahan - Mashrakh, Saran
Sikti Khanjahan is a village situated in the Mashrakh subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mashrakh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Sonauli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikti Khanjahan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikti Khanjahan is 232875. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 841418 pincode. Chapra is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Sikti Khanjahan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikti Khanjahan
As per Census 2011, Sikti Khanjahan village has a total population of 2,129 people, consisting of 1,111 males and 1,018 females. The village has 335 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 346 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,186 literate and 943 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 17 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikti Khanjahan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,129 | 1,111 | 1,018 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 346 | 179 | 167 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 70 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,186 | 715 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 943 | 396 | 547 |
Nearby Villages of Sikti Khanjahan
Sikti Khanjahan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumhaila | East | 0.98 km |
| Sikti Bhikham | South | 1.14 km |
| Sirsa Jalalpur | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Sonauli | South-West | 1.49 km |
| Chamaria | North | 1.82 km |
| Maguraha | North-West | 1.89 km |
| Gorhna | South | 2.05 km |
| Rampur Atauli | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Nawada | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Dawangorhna | South | 2.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikti Khanjahan
Sikti Khanjahan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Masrakh, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chapra to Sikti Khanjahan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Sikti Khanjahan is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikti Khanjahan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikti Khanjahan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikti Khanjahan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikti Khanjahan 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sikti Khanjahan
Where is Sikti Khanjahan located?
Sikti Khanjahan village is located in Mashrakh Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikti Khanjahan?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikti Khanjahan is Sonauli.
What is the pincode of Sikti Khanjahan?
The pincode of Sikti Khanjahan is 841418.
What is the population of Sikti Khanjahan?
Sikti Khanjahan has a total population of 2,129, including 1,111 males and 1,018 females.
How many households are there in Sikti Khanjahan?
There are 335 households in Sikti Khanjahan.
What is the literacy rate in Sikti Khanjahan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikti Khanjahan is 55.71%. Male literacy is 64.36% and female literacy is 46.27%.