Tikuna

Tikuna is a village located in Bodh Gaya subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Bodh Gaya (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Dhanawan is the gram panchayat of Tikuna village.

Tikuna has its own place in the vibrant Gaya 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 Tikuna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tikuna is 256506. The village spans a total geographical area of 132 hectares. Bodh Gaya is nearest town to Tikuna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Tikuna

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,758 932 826
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 315 165 150
Scheduled Castes (SC) 691 362 329
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 23 12 11
Literate Population 1,001 618 383
Illiterate Population 757 314 443

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

  • The total population of Tikuna village is around 1,758, including approximately 932 males and 826 females, with a sex ratio of 886 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 315 children aged 0–6 years in Tikuna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tikuna village has 691 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 23 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Tikuna village is about 56.94%, with male literacy at 66.31% and female literacy at 46.37%.
  • There are around 319 households in Tikuna village.

Connectivity of Tikuna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tikuna. As per the 2011 stats, Tikuna 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 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Tikuna

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

Kachanpur Amar Bigha Jahan Bigha Kharanti Dhanawan Musatpura Ratnara Ganga Bigha Bakraur Turi Buzurg Mahurar Bhalua

Frequently Asked Questions about Tikuna

Where is Tikuna located?
Tikuna village is situated in Bodh Gaya Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikuna is Dhanawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Tikuna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tikuna is 1,758, with 932 males and 826 females.
How many households are there in Tikuna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tikuna village has a total of 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikuna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tikuna is 56.94%. The male literacy rate is 66.31%, while the female literacy rate is 46.37%.