Sikid - Kanha Chatti, Chatra
Sikid is a village situated in the Kanha Chatti subdivision of Chatra district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanha Chatti and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Chatra. Sikid village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikid is 348837. The village covers a total geographical area of 434 hectares and falls under the 825401 pincode.
Sikid village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikid
As per Census 2011, Sikid village has a total population of 421 people, consisting of 205 males and 216 females. The village has 72 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 145 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikid are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 205 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 33 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 155 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 88 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 117 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Sikid
Sikid is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sikid
Sikid is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chatra to Sikid is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikid
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikid village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikid
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikid village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikid
Where is Sikid located?
Sikid village is located in Kanha Chatti Subdivision, Chatra district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikid?
Sikid is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikid?
The pincode of Sikid is 825401.
What is the population of Sikid?
Sikid has a total population of 421, including 205 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Sikid?
There are 72 households in Sikid.
What is the literacy rate in Sikid?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikid is 34.44%. Male literacy is 42.93% and female literacy is 26.39%.