Sikhar

Sikhar is a village located in Naugaon tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Naugaon (tehsildar office) and 27km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Sikhara is the gram panchayat of Sikhar village.

Sikhar has its own place in the vibrant Jagatsinghapur 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 Sikhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikhar is 398183. The village spans a total geographical area of 315 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to Sikhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.

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Population of Sikhar

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,338 701 637
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 152 78 74
Scheduled Castes (SC) 181 96 85
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,040 596 444
Illiterate Population 298 105 193

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

  • The total population of Sikhar village is around 1,338, including approximately 701 males and 637 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 152 children aged 0–6 years in Sikhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikhar village has 181 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sikhar village is about 77.73%, with male literacy at 85.02% and female literacy at 69.70%.
  • There are around 353 households in Sikhar village.

Connectivity of Sikhar

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sikhar

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sikhar

Where is Sikhar located?
Sikhar village is situated in Naugaon Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikhar is Sikhara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sikhar?
The pincode of Sikhar is 754140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikhar is 1,338, with 701 males and 637 females.
How many households are there in Sikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikhar village has a total of 353 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikhar is 77.73%. The male literacy rate is 85.02%, while the female literacy rate is 69.70%.