Sikiya
Sikiya is a village located in Sikanderpur tehsil of Ballia district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Sikanderpur (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Ballia. As per 2009 stats, Sikiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sikiya unique in its vibrant Sikanderpur-Ballia region. You’ll see Sikiya’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 Sikiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikiya is 198014. The village spans a total geographical area of 199.43 hectares. Sikandarpur is nearest town to Sikiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sikiya
Population of Sikiya
According to the 2011 Census, Sikiya has a total population of about 2,256, with approximately 1,186 males and 1,070 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 296 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 841 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 102. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.73%, with male literacy at about 77.49% and female literacy near 56.92%. There are around 318 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,256 | 1,186 | 1,070 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 296 | 151 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 841 | 434 | 407 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 1,528 | 919 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 728 | 267 | 461 |
Connectivity of Sikiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikiya. As per the 2011 stats, Sikiya 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikiya
- Where is Sikiya located?
- Sikiya village is situated in Sikanderpur Tehsil, within the Ballia district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikiya?
- Sikiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sikiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikiya is 2,256, with 1,186 males and 1,070 females.
- How many households are there in Sikiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikiya village has a total of 318 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikiya is 67.73%. The male literacy rate is 77.49%, while the female literacy rate is 56.92%.