Sikagaon
Sikagaon is a village located in Keskal tehsil of Bastar district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Keskal (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Jagdalpur. As per 2009 stats, Sikagaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sikagaon unique in its vibrant Keskal-Bastar region. You’ll see Sikagaon’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 Sikagaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikagaon is 448595. The village spans a total geographical area of 323.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493661. Keskal is nearest town to Sikagaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Sikagaon
Population of Sikagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sikagaon has a total population of about 552, with approximately 270 males and 282 females. The sex ratio is around 1044 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 56 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 128. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.76%, with male literacy at about 80.37% and female literacy near 51.77%. There are around 124 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikagaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 552 | 270 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 363 | 217 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 53 | 136 |
Connectivity of Sikagaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikagaon. As per the 2011 stats, Sikagaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikagaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikagaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikagaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikagaon
- Where is Sikagaon located?
- Sikagaon village is situated in Keskal Tehsil, within the Bastar district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikagaon?
- Sikagaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sikagaon?
- The pincode of Sikagaon is 493661, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikagaon is 552, with 270 males and 282 females.
- How many households are there in Sikagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikagaon village has a total of 124 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikagaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikagaon is 65.76%. The male literacy rate is 80.37%, while the female literacy rate is 51.77%.