Paschim Sikta

Paschim Sikta is a village located in Polba Dadpur subdivision of Hugli district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.9km away from sub-district headquarter Polba (tehsildar office) and 27.2km away from district headquarter Chinsura. As per 2009 stats, Makalpur is the gram panchayat of Paschim Sikta village.

Paschim Sikta has its own place in the vibrant Hugli 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 Paschim Sikta

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paschim Sikta is 325233. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.97 hectares. Chinsurah is nearest town to Paschim Sikta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Paschim Sikta village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanekhali Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hooghly Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

Google Map of Paschim Sikta

The Map data on this website is provided by Google Maps, a free online map service one can access and view in a web browser.

Population of Paschim Sikta

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,204 1,119 1,085
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 209 99 110
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,588 809 779
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 154 71 83
Literate Population 1,374 785 589
Illiterate Population 830 334 496

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

  • The total population of Paschim Sikta village is around 2,204, including approximately 1,119 males and 1,085 females, with a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 209 children aged 0–6 years in Paschim Sikta village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Paschim Sikta village has 1,588 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 154 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Paschim Sikta village is about 62.34%, with male literacy at 70.15% and female literacy at 54.29%.
  • There are around 514 households in Paschim Sikta village.

Connectivity of Paschim Sikta

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

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

Nearby Villages of Paschim Sikta

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Paschim Sikta

Where is Paschim Sikta located?
Paschim Sikta village is situated in Polba Dadpur Subdivision, within the Hugli district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paschim Sikta?
The Gram Panchayat of Paschim Sikta is Makalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Paschim Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paschim Sikta is 2,204, with 1,119 males and 1,085 females.
How many households are there in Paschim Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paschim Sikta village has a total of 514 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paschim Sikta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paschim Sikta is 62.34%. The male literacy rate is 70.15%, while the female literacy rate is 54.29%.