Sikta
Sikta is a village located in Harraiya tehsil of Basti district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Harraiya (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Basti. As per 2009 stats, Sarwaliya is the gram panchayat of Sikta village.
Sikta 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 Sikta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikta is 180339. The village spans a total geographical area of 79.06 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 272301. Basti is nearest town to Sikta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Sikta
Population of Sikta
Below is a concise population overview of Sikta as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 580 | 288 | 292 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 40 | 52 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 67 | 78 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
Literate Population | 409 | 226 | 183 |
Illiterate Population | 171 | 62 | 109 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikta village:
- The total population of Sikta village is around 580, including approximately 288 males and 292 females, with a sex ratio of 1013 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Sikta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikta village has 145 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sikta village is about 70.52%, with male literacy at 78.47% and female literacy at 62.67%.
- There are around 79 households in Sikta village.
Connectivity of Sikta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikta. As per the 2011 stats, Sikta 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikta
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikta
- Where is Sikta located?
- Sikta village is situated in Harraiya Tehsil, within the Basti district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikta is Sarwaliya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikta?
- The pincode of Sikta is 272301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikta is 580, with 288 males and 292 females.
- How many households are there in Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikta village has a total of 79 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikta is 70.52%. The male literacy rate is 78.47%, while the female literacy rate is 62.67%.