Sikhar
About Sikhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sikhar village is 056617. Sikhar village is located in Roorkee tehsil of Hardwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Roorkee (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Hardwar. As per 2009 stats, Naqibpur Urf Goshipura is the gram panchayat of Sikhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 220.85 hectares. Sikhar has a total population of 396 peoples, out of which male population is 217 while female population is 179. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 824 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sikhar village is 73.23% out of which 77.42% males and 68.16% females are literate. There are about 73 houses in sikhar village. Pincode of sikhar village locality is 247670.
When it comes to administration, Sikhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sikhar village comes under Manglore Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hardwar Lok Sabha constituency. Manglaur is nearest town to sikhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Sikhar
The population details of Sikhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 396 | 217 | 179 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 290 | 168 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 49 | 57 |
Connectivity of Sikhar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sikhar
Where is Sikhar located?
Sikhar village is situated in Roorkee Tehsil, within the Hardwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikhar is Naqibpur Urf Goshipura (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sikhar?
The pincode of Sikhar is 247670, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikhar is 396, with 217 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Sikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikhar village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikhar is 73.23%. The male literacy rate is 77.42%, while the female literacy rate is 68.16%.