Sikotihva - Harraiya, Basti
Sikotihva is a village situated in the Harraiya tehsil of Basti district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harraiya and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Basti. Siktihwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikotihva village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikotihva is 180170. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.64 hectares and falls under the 272001 pincode.
Sikotihva village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kaptanganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Basti Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikotihva
As per Census 2011, Sikotihva village has a total population of 856 people, consisting of 443 males and 413 females. The village has 128 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 128 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 482 literate and 374 illiterate residents. Additionally, 179 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikotihva are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 856 | 443 | 413 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 128 | 58 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 179 | 90 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 482 | 286 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 157 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Sikotihva
Sikotihva is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Sikotihva
Sikotihva is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Basti to Sikotihva is about 26 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 Sikotihva
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikotihva village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikotihva
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikotihva village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sikotihva
Where is Sikotihva located?
Sikotihva village is located in Harraiya Tehsil, Basti district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikotihva?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikotihva is Siktihwa.
What is the pincode of Sikotihva?
The pincode of Sikotihva is 272001.
What is the population of Sikotihva?
Sikotihva has a total population of 856, including 443 males and 413 females.
How many households are there in Sikotihva?
There are 128 households in Sikotihva.
What is the literacy rate in Sikotihva?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikotihva is 56.31%. Male literacy is 64.56% and female literacy is 47.46%.