Sikandra

Sikandra is a village located in Waraseoni tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Waraseoni (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Sikandra village is also a gram panchayat.

Sikandra has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Sikandra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikandra is 497419. The village spans a total geographical area of 669.7 hectares. Waraseoni is nearest town to Sikandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.

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Population of Sikandra

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,527 1,236 1,291
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 295 154 141
Scheduled Castes (SC) 323 170 153
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 194 100 94
Literate Population 1,728 938 790
Illiterate Population 799 298 501

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

  • The total population of Sikandra village is around 2,527, including approximately 1,236 males and 1,291 females, with a sex ratio of 1044 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 295 children aged 0–6 years in Sikandra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikandra village has 323 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 194 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sikandra village is about 68.38%, with male literacy at 75.89% and female literacy at 61.19%.
  • There are around 563 households in Sikandra village.

Connectivity of Sikandra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikandra. As per the 2011 stats, Sikandra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Sikandra

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

Kaspur Maharajpur Dongargaon Mangejhari Koste Thanegaon Jhaliwada Bagholi Kauliwada Maheduli Khadakpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Sikandra

Where is Sikandra located?
Sikandra village is situated in Waraseoni Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikandra?
Sikandra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sikandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikandra is 2,527, with 1,236 males and 1,291 females.
How many households are there in Sikandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikandra village has a total of 563 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikandra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikandra is 68.38%. The male literacy rate is 75.89%, while the female literacy rate is 61.19%.