Jikar
Jikar is a village located in Badarpur subdivision of Karimganj district in Assam, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Badarpur (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Karimganj.
Jikar has its own place in the vibrant Karimganj 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 Jikar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Jikar is 300171. The village spans a total geographical area of 157.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 788701. Badarpur is nearest town to Jikar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Jikar
Below is a concise population overview of Jikar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,719 | 872 | 847 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 157 | 161 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 87 | 46 | 41 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,055 | 559 | 496 |
Illiterate Population | 664 | 313 | 351 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Jikar village:
- The total population of Jikar village is around 1,719, including approximately 872 males and 847 females, with a sex ratio of 971 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 318 children aged 0–6 years in Jikar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Jikar village has 87 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Jikar village is about 61.37%, with male literacy at 64.11% and female literacy at 58.56%.
- There are around 342 households in Jikar village.
Connectivity of Jikar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Jikar. As per the 2011 stats, Jikar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Jikar
Knowing the nearby villages of Jikar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Jikar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Jikar
- Where is Jikar located?
- Jikar village is situated in Badarpur Subdivision, within the Karimganj district of Assam, India.
- What is the pincode of Jikar?
- The pincode of Jikar is 788701, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Jikar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jikar is 1,719, with 872 males and 847 females.
- How many households are there in Jikar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Jikar village has a total of 342 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Jikar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jikar is 61.37%. The male literacy rate is 64.11%, while the female literacy rate is 58.56%.