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.

Sikata has its own place in the vibrant Basti region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Sikata

Below is a concise population overview of Sikata as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikata village:

  • The total population of Sikata village is around 1,759, including approximately 913 males and 846 females, with a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 231 children aged 0–6 years in Sikata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikata village has 326 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sikata village is about 69.58%, with male literacy at 77.33% and female literacy at 61.23%.
  • There are around 226 households in Sikata village.

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)
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.

Raghunathpur Mainsirpur Jataha Mahadal Daukha Jangal Parasha Pura Sukrauli Madanpura Banktiya Ramawapur Baidauliya

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%.