Sikosa
Sikosa is a village located in Gunderdehi tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Gunderdehi (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Sikosa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sikosa unique in its vibrant Gunderdehi-Durg region. You’ll see Sikosa’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 Sikosa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikosa is 442861. The village spans a total geographical area of 531.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491221. Gunderdehi is nearest town to Sikosa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sikosa
Population of Sikosa
According to the 2011 Census, Sikosa has a total population of about 3,139, with approximately 1,535 males and 1,604 females. The sex ratio is around 1044 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 361 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,196 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 77. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.88%, with male literacy at about 78.44% and female literacy near 63.65%. There are around 732 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikosa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,139 | 1,535 | 1,604 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 183 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,196 | 586 | 610 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 77 | 39 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 2,225 | 1,204 | 1,021 |
| Illiterate Population | 914 | 331 | 583 |
Connectivity of Sikosa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikosa. As per the 2011 stats, Sikosa 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sikosa
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikosa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikosa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikosa
- Where is Sikosa located?
- Sikosa village is situated in Gunderdehi Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikosa?
- Sikosa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Sikosa?
- The pincode of Sikosa is 491221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikosa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikosa is 3,139, with 1,535 males and 1,604 females.
- How many households are there in Sikosa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikosa village has a total of 732 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikosa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikosa is 70.88%. The male literacy rate is 78.44%, while the female literacy rate is 63.65%.