Sikata
Sikata is a village located in Harraiya tehsil of Basti district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Harraiya (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Basti. As per 2009 stats, Sikata village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Sikata unique in its vibrant Harraiya-Basti region. You’ll see Sikata’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 Sikata
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikata is 179436. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.49 hectares. Basti is nearest town to Sikata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Sikata
Population of Sikata
According to the 2011 Census, Sikata has a total population of about 1,759, with approximately 913 males and 846 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 231 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 326 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 69.58%, with male literacy at about 77.33% and female literacy near 61.23%. There are around 226 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikata's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,759 | 913 | 846 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 122 | 109 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 326 | 163 | 163 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,224 | 706 | 518 |
Illiterate Population | 535 | 207 | 328 |
Connectivity of Sikata
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikata. As per the 2011 stats, Sikata had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikata
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikata.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikata
- Where is Sikata located?
- Sikata village is situated in Harraiya Tehsil, within the Basti district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikata?
- Sikata serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Sikata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikata is 1,759, with 913 males and 846 females.
- How many households are there in Sikata as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikata village has a total of 226 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikata as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikata is 69.58%. The male literacy rate is 77.33%, while the female literacy rate is 61.23%.