Sikaridih Khurd - Khajni, Gorakhpur
Sikaridih Khurd is a village situated in the Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khajni and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Sikaridih Bujurg serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikaridih Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikaridih Khurd is 187170. The village covers a total geographical area of 5.8 hectares and falls under the 273213 pincode.
Sikaridih Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khajni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikaridih Khurd
According to the 2011 Census, Sikaridih Khurd village had a total population of 148 people, including 79 males and 69 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.68%, with male literacy at 91.55% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 148 | 79 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 65 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 14 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Sikaridih Khurd
Sikaridih Khurd 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 Sikaridih Khurd
Public transport in the Sikaridih Khurd is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gorakhpur to Sikaridih Khurd is about 36 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 Sikaridih Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikaridih Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Sikaridih Khurd
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikaridih Khurd 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikaridih Khurd
Where is Sikaridih Khurd located?
Sikaridih Khurd village is located in Khajni Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikaridih Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikaridih Khurd is Sikaridih Bujurg.
What is the pincode of Sikaridih Khurd?
The pincode of Sikaridih Khurd is 273213.
What is the population of Sikaridih Khurd?
Sikaridih Khurd had a total population of 148, including 79 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Sikaridih Khurd?
Sikaridih Khurd had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikaridih Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikaridih Khurd was 81.68%. Male literacy was 91.55% and female literacy was 70.00%.