Sikaripara
Sikaripara is a village located in Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 28km away from district headquarter Shikaripara. Shikaripara is the sub-district headquarter of Sikaripara village. As per 2009 stats, Shikaripara is the gram panchayat of Sikaripara village.
Here you can discover what makes Sikaripara unique in its vibrant Shikaripara-Dumka region. You’ll see Sikaripara’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 Sikaripara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikaripara is 370888. The village spans a total geographical area of 150.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 816118. Dumka is nearest town to Sikaripara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sikaripara
Population of Sikaripara
According to the 2011 Census, Sikaripara has a total population of about 2,646, with approximately 1,347 males and 1,299 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 321 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 131 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 599. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.30%, with male literacy at about 78.77% and female literacy near 65.59%. There are around 577 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikaripara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,646 | 1,347 | 1,299 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 321 | 159 | 162 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 284 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 1,913 | 1,061 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 733 | 286 | 447 |
Connectivity of Sikaripara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikaripara. As per the 2011 stats, Sikaripara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikaripara
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikaripara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikaripara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikaripara
- Where is Sikaripara located?
- Sikaripara village is situated in Shikaripara Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikaripara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikaripara is Shikaripara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikaripara?
- The pincode of Sikaripara is 816118, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikaripara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikaripara is 2,646, with 1,347 males and 1,299 females.
- How many households are there in Sikaripara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikaripara village has a total of 577 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikaripara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikaripara is 72.30%. The male literacy rate is 78.77%, while the female literacy rate is 65.59%.