Sikta
Sikta is a village located in Lalganj tehsil of Mirzapur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Lalganj (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Mirzapur. As per 2009 stats, Sikata is the gram panchayat of Sikta village.
Here you can discover what makes Sikta unique in its vibrant Lalganj-Mirzapur region. You’ll see Sikta’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Sikta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikta is 212017. The village spans a total geographical area of 870.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 231211. Lalganj is nearest town to Sikta village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sikta
Population of Sikta
According to the 2011 Census, Sikta has a total population of about 3,479, with approximately 1,858 males and 1,621 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 751 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,883 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.85%, with male literacy at about 55.11% and female literacy near 37.38%. There are around 525 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,479 | 1,858 | 1,621 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 751 | 415 | 336 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,883 | 1,003 | 880 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,630 | 1,024 | 606 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,849 | 834 | 1,015 |
Connectivity of Sikta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikta. As per the 2011 stats, Sikta had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikta
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikta
- Where is Sikta located?
- Sikta village is situated in Lalganj Tehsil, within the Mirzapur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikta is Sikata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikta?
- The pincode of Sikta is 231211, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikta is 3,479, with 1,858 males and 1,621 females.
- How many households are there in Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikta village has a total of 525 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikta is 46.85%. The male literacy rate is 55.11%, while the female literacy rate is 37.38%.