Lilkar - Sikanderpur, Ballia
Lilkar is a village situated in the Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sikanderpur and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Ballia. Lilkar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lilkar is 198048. The village covers a total geographical area of 1206.56 hectares and falls under the 277303 pincode. Sikandarpur is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Lilkar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lilkar
As per Census 2011, Lilkar village has a total population of 9,611 people, consisting of 4,906 males and 4,705 females. The village has 1,346 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,325 literate and 4,286 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,617 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 290 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lilkar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,611 | 4,906 | 4,705 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,394 | 721 | 673 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,617 | 850 | 767 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 290 | 156 | 134 |
| Literate Population | 5,325 | 3,029 | 2,296 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,286 | 1,877 | 2,409 |
Nearby Villages of Lilkar
Lilkar is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Murracha | West | 1.85 km |
| Jamue | West | 1.96 km |
| Kaith Wallia | South-West | 2.25 km |
| Barhuncha | North-West | 2.58 km |
| Chak Purushotim | South-West | 2.61 km |
| Baro Panno | South | 2.66 km |
| Adhawar | West | 2.86 km |
| Belatari Karmouta | South-West | 2.96 km |
| Chak Pulan | South | 3.01 km |
| Chak Sabut | South-West | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lilkar
Lilkar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Turtipar, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sikandarpur to Lilkar is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ballia to Lilkar is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lilkar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lilkar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lilkar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lilkar 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lilkar
Where is Lilkar located?
Lilkar village is located in Sikanderpur Tehsil, Ballia district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lilkar?
Lilkar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lilkar?
The pincode of Lilkar is 277303.
What is the population of Lilkar?
Lilkar has a total population of 9,611, including 4,906 males and 4,705 females.
How many households are there in Lilkar?
There are 1,346 households in Lilkar.
What is the literacy rate in Lilkar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lilkar is 55.41%. Male literacy is 61.74% and female literacy is 48.80%.