Naikota - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Naikota is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Naikota village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naikota is 207115. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.78 hectares and falls under the 232109 pincode. Chandauli is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Naikota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakaldiha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandauli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Naikota
According to the 2011 Census, Naikota village had a total population of 927 people, including 461 males and 466 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.35%, with male literacy at 85.90% and female literacy at 56.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 439, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 927 | 461 | 466 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 152 | 71 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 214 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 335 | 218 |
| Illiterate Population | 374 | 126 | 248 |
Nearby Villages of Naikota
Naikota is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ambachak | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Kurani | North | 1.14 km |
| Baripur | South | 1.18 km |
| Daulatpur | South-West | 1.23 km |
| Manihara | East | 1.49 km |
| Markania | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Papaura | North | 1.74 km |
| Sarehuakala | South | 1.91 km |
| Manihariy | East | 1.99 km |
| Bajidpur | North | 2.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naikota
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Naikota. The nearest railway station is Kuchman, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chandauli to Naikota is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chandauli to Naikota is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naikota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naikota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Naikota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naikota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naikota
Where is Naikota located?
Naikota village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naikota?
Naikota is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Naikota?
The pincode of Naikota is 232109.
What is the population of Naikota?
Naikota had a total population of 927, including 461 males and 466 females.
How many households are there in Naikota?
Naikota had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naikota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naikota was 71.35%. Male literacy was 85.90% and female literacy was 56.62%.