Sikhar

Sikhar is a village located in Chunar tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Chunar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Sikhar village is also a gram panchayat.

Sikhar has its own place in the vibrant Mirzapur 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 Sikhar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikhar is 212374. The village spans a total geographical area of 404.24 hectares. Chunar is nearest town to Sikhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

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Population of Sikhar

Below is a concise population overview of Sikhar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,169 1,635 1,534
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 466 226 240
Scheduled Castes (SC) 351 187 164
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,954 1,164 790
Illiterate Population 1,215 471 744

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikhar village:

  • The total population of Sikhar village is around 3,169, including approximately 1,635 males and 1,534 females, with a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 466 children aged 0–6 years in Sikhar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikhar village has 351 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sikhar village is about 61.66%, with male literacy at 71.19% and female literacy at 51.50%.
  • There are around 541 households in Sikhar village.

Connectivity of Sikhar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikhar. As per the 2011 stats, Sikhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sikhar

Knowing the nearby villages of Sikhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikhar.

Goraiya Aibakpur Chak Goraiya Kalupur Bisunpur Marhia Ajijganj Bitthalpur Bhualpur Jogi Bhogi Kalan Jogi Bhogi Khurd

Frequently Asked Questions about Sikhar

Where is Sikhar located?
Sikhar village is situated in Chunar Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikhar?
Sikhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Sikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikhar is 3,169, with 1,635 males and 1,534 females.
How many households are there in Sikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikhar village has a total of 541 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikhar is 61.66%. The male literacy rate is 71.19%, while the female literacy rate is 51.50%.