Sikta - Padrauna, Kushinagar
Sikta is a village situated in the Padrauna tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. Sikta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikta is 188691. The village covers a total geographical area of 562.83 hectares and falls under the 274303 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town.
Sikta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Padrauna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kushi Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikta
As per Census 2011, Sikta village has a total population of 6,671 people, consisting of 3,452 males and 3,219 females. The village has 933 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 941 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,295 literate and 2,376 illiterate residents. Additionally, 423 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 151 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,671 | 3,452 | 3,219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 941 | 468 | 473 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 423 | 219 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 77 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 4,295 | 2,604 | 1,691 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,376 | 848 | 1,528 |
Nearby Villages of Sikta
Sikta 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Badal Chhapra | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Bargaon | West | 1.54 km |
| Ghorghatia | North | 1.77 km |
| Pradhan Patti | East | 2.17 km |
| Koharwalia | South | 2.35 km |
| Khanwar Baklolahi | South-East | 2.37 km |
| Andhari Bari | South-West | 2.40 km |
| Misir Patti | East | 2.46 km |
| Shukul Patti | South-East | 2.71 km |
| Padari | East | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sikta
Sikta is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kath Kuiyan, while the nearest airport is Gorakhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Sikta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Sikta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Sikta
Where is Sikta located?
Sikta village is located in Padrauna Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikta?
Sikta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikta?
The pincode of Sikta is 274303.
What is the population of Sikta?
Sikta has a total population of 6,671, including 3,452 males and 3,219 females.
How many households are there in Sikta?
There are 933 households in Sikta.
What is the literacy rate in Sikta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikta is 64.38%. Male literacy is 75.43% and female literacy is 52.53%.