Sikraura Kalan - Sakaldiha, Chandauli
Sikraura Kalan is a village situated in the Sakaldiha tehsil of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakaldiha and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Chandauli. Sikraura Kalan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikraura Kalan is 206947. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.16 hectares and falls under the 232108 pincode.
Sikraura Kalan 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 Sikraura Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Sikraura Kalan village had a total population of 626 people, including 336 males and 290 females, living in 86 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.86%, with male literacy at 81.72% and female literacy at 52.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 249, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 98.
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 | 626 | 336 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 57 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 141 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 359 | 228 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 108 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Sikraura Kalan
Sikraura Kalan 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 Sikraura Kalan
Sikraura Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chandauli to Sikraura Kalan is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikraura Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikraura Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sikraura Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikraura Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Sikraura Kalan
Where is Sikraura Kalan located?
Sikraura Kalan village is located in Sakaldiha Tehsil, Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sikraura Kalan?
Sikraura Kalan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikraura Kalan?
The pincode of Sikraura Kalan is 232108.
What is the population of Sikraura Kalan?
Sikraura Kalan had a total population of 626, including 336 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Sikraura Kalan?
Sikraura Kalan had 86 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikraura Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikraura Kalan was 67.86%. Male literacy was 81.72% and female literacy was 52.40%.