Sikri
Sikri is a village located in Dasua tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dasua (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Sikri Taluwal is the gram panchayat of Sikri village.
Here you can discover what makes Sikri unique in its vibrant Dasua-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Sikri’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 Sikri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikri is 030699. The village spans a total geographical area of 481 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144202. Urmar Tanda is nearest town to Sikri village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sikri
Population of Sikri
According to the 2011 Census, Sikri has a total population of about 2,376, with approximately 1,207 males and 1,169 females. The sex ratio is around 968 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 254 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,089 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 76.39%, with male literacy at about 80.36% and female literacy near 72.28%. There are around 497 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,376 | 1,207 | 1,169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 130 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,089 | 556 | 533 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,815 | 970 | 845 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 237 | 324 |
Connectivity of Sikri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikri. As per the 2011 stats, Sikri 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 village |
Nearby Villages of Sikri
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikri
- Where is Sikri located?
- Sikri village is situated in Dasua Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikri is Sikri Taluwal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikri?
- The pincode of Sikri is 144202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikri is 2,376, with 1,207 males and 1,169 females.
- How many households are there in Sikri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikri village has a total of 497 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikri is 76.39%. The male literacy rate is 80.36%, while the female literacy rate is 72.28%.