Sikraudha - Bhagwanpur, Haridwar
Sikraudha is a village situated in the Bhagwanpur tehsil of Haridwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Roorkee and around 35 km from Hardwar. Sikraudha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sikraudha is 056329. The village covers a total geographical area of 2187 hectares and falls under the 247661 pincode. Roorkee is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Sikraudha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhagwanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hardwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sikraudha
As per Census 2011, Sikraudha village has a total population of 12,386 people, consisting of 6,596 males and 5,790 females. The village has 1,959 households and a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,357 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,586 literate and 6,800 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,662 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sikraudha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,386 | 6,596 | 5,790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,357 | 1,229 | 1,128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,662 | 877 | 785 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 14 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 5,586 | 3,313 | 2,273 |
| Illiterate Population | 6,800 | 3,283 | 3,517 |
Nearby Villages of Sikraudha
Sikraudha 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 Sikraudha
Sikraudha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Roorkee to Sikraudha is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Hardwar to Sikraudha is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sikraudha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sikraudha 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 Sikraudha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sikraudha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sikraudha
Where is Sikraudha located?
Sikraudha village is located in Bhagwanpur Tehsil, Haridwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikraudha?
Sikraudha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Sikraudha?
The pincode of Sikraudha is 247661.
What is the population of Sikraudha?
Sikraudha has a total population of 12,386, including 6,596 males and 5,790 females.
How many households are there in Sikraudha?
There are 1,959 households in Sikraudha.
What is the literacy rate in Sikraudha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sikraudha is 45.10%. Male literacy is 50.23% and female literacy is 39.26%.