Sikilma

Sikilma is a village located in Lundra tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 31km away from sub-district headquarter Lundra (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Purkela is the gram panchayat of Sikilma village.

Sikilma has its own place in the vibrant Surguja 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 Sikilma

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikilma is 433390. The village spans a total geographical area of 265.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497101. Ambikapur is nearest town to Sikilma village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Sikilma

Below is a concise population overview of Sikilma as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 651 316 335
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 117 62 55
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 573 275 298
Literate Population 323 182 141
Illiterate Population 328 134 194

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikilma village:

  • The total population of Sikilma village is around 651, including approximately 316 males and 335 females, with a sex ratio of 1060 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Sikilma village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikilma village has 573 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sikilma village is about 49.62%, with male literacy at 57.59% and female literacy at 42.09%.
  • There are around 146 households in Sikilma village.

Connectivity of Sikilma

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikilma. As per the 2011 stats, Sikilma 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sikilma

Knowing the nearby villages of Sikilma helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikilma.

Lalmati Darridih Raghunathpur Batwahi Sumerpur Unchdih Kot Gangapur Purkela Sayarrai Askala

Frequently Asked Questions about Sikilma

Where is Sikilma located?
Sikilma village is situated in Lundra Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikilma?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikilma is Purkela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sikilma?
The pincode of Sikilma is 497101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sikilma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikilma is 651, with 316 males and 335 females.
How many households are there in Sikilma as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikilma village has a total of 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikilma as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikilma is 49.62%. The male literacy rate is 57.59%, while the female literacy rate is 42.09%.