Sikohara - Khalilabad, Sant Kabir Nagar
Sikohara is a village situated in the Khalilabad tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalilabad and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Sant Kabir Nagar. Chhadana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sikohara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikohara is 182595. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.98 hectares and falls under the 272199 pincode. Khalilabad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Sikohara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Menhdawal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sant Kabir Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikohara
According to the 2011 Census, Sikohara village had a total population of 793 people, including 401 males and 392 females, living in 129 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.52%, with male literacy at 88.18% and female literacy at 63.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 96.
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 | 793 | 401 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 71 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 512 | 291 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 110 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Sikohara
Sikohara 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 Sikohara
Sikohara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Sikohara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khalilabad to Sikohara is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sant Kabir Nagar to Sikohara is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikohara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikohara 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 Sikohara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikohara 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 Sikohara
Where is Sikohara located?
Sikohara village is located in Khalilabad Tehsil, Sant Kabir Nagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikohara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikohara is Chhadana.
What is the pincode of Sikohara?
The pincode of Sikohara is 272199.
What is the population of Sikohara?
Sikohara had a total population of 793, including 401 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Sikohara?
Sikohara had 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikohara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikohara was 75.52%. Male literacy was 88.18% and female literacy was 63.51%.