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.
Here you can discover what makes Sikhar unique in its vibrant Naugaon-Jagatsinghapur region. You’ll see Sikhar’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 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.
Google Map of Sikhar
Population of Sikhar
According to the 2011 Census, Sikhar has a total population of about 1,338, with approximately 701 males and 637 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 152 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 181 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 77.73%, with male literacy at about 85.02% and female literacy near 69.70%. There are around 353 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.