Chikni

Chikni is a village located in Darbhanga subdivision of Darbhanga district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from Darbhanga, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chikni village. As per 2009 stats, Sonki is the gram panchayat of Chikni village.

Chikni has its own place in the vibrant Darbhanga 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 Chikni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikni is 227106. The village spans a total geographical area of 113 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 846009. Darbhanga is nearest town to Chikni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Chikni

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 520 263 257
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 121 57 64
Scheduled Castes (SC) 185 92 93
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 149 104 45
Illiterate Population 371 159 212

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

  • The total population of Chikni village is around 520, including approximately 263 males and 257 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 121 children aged 0–6 years in Chikni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chikni village has 185 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chikni village is about 28.65%, with male literacy at 39.54% and female literacy at 17.51%.
  • There are around 82 households in Chikni village.

Connectivity of Chikni

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chikni

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Chikni

Where is Chikni located?
Chikni village is situated in Darbhanga Subdivision, within the Darbhanga district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikni is Sonki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chikni?
The pincode of Chikni is 846009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikni is 520, with 263 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikni village has a total of 82 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikni is 28.65%. The male literacy rate is 39.54%, while the female literacy rate is 17.51%.