Sikri - Albert Ekka(Jari), Gumla
Sikri is a village situated in the Albert Ekka(Jari) subdivision of Gumla district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Albert Ekka(jari) and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Gumla. Sikri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikri is 376237. The village covers a total geographical area of 1589 hectares and falls under the 835206 pincode.
Sikri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Sikri
As per Census 2011, Sikri village has a total population of 2,627 people, consisting of 1,358 males and 1,269 females. The village has 456 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 498 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,409 literate and 1,218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,942 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,627 | 1,358 | 1,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 498 | 271 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 108 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,942 | 1,021 | 921 |
| Literate Population | 1,409 | 812 | 597 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,218 | 546 | 672 |
Nearby Villages of Sikri
Sikri 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 Sikri
Sikri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gumla to Sikri is about 46 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 Sikri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikri
Where is Sikri located?
Sikri village is located in Albert Ekka(Jari) Subdivision, Gumla district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikri?
Sikri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikri?
The pincode of Sikri is 835206.
What is the population of Sikri?
Sikri has a total population of 2,627, including 1,358 males and 1,269 females.
How many households are there in Sikri?
There are 456 households in Sikri.
What is the literacy rate in Sikri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikri is 53.64%. Male literacy is 59.79% and female literacy is 47.04%.