Siksod
Siksod is a village located in Pakhanjur tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Pakhanjur (tehsildar office) and 100km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Siksod village is also a gram panchayat.
Siksod has its own place in the vibrant Uttar Bastar Kanker 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 Siksod
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Siksod is 448432. The village spans a total geographical area of 336.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 490021. Antagarh is nearest town to Siksod village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Siksod village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Siksod
Population of Siksod
Below is a concise population overview of Siksod 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 | 550 | 348 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 31 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 169 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 234 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 250 | 114 | 136 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Siksod village:
- The total population of Siksod village is around 550, including approximately 348 males and 202 females, with a sex ratio of 580 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Siksod village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Siksod village has 44 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 312 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Siksod village is about 54.55%, with male literacy at 67.24% and female literacy at 32.67%.
- There are around 81 households in Siksod village.
Connectivity of Siksod
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Siksod. As per the 2011 stats, Siksod 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Siksod
Knowing the nearby villages of Siksod helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Siksod.
Frequently Asked Questions about Siksod
- Where is Siksod located?
- Siksod village is situated in Pakhanjur Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Siksod?
- Siksod serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Siksod?
- The pincode of Siksod is 490021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Siksod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Siksod is 550, with 348 males and 202 females.
- How many households are there in Siksod as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Siksod village has a total of 81 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Siksod as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Siksod is 54.55%. The male literacy rate is 67.24%, while the female literacy rate is 32.67%.