Chikni

Chikni is a village located in Gamharia subdivision of Madhepura district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Gamharia (tehsildar office) and 21km away from district headquarter Madhepura. As per 2009 stats, Chikani is the gram panchayat of Chikni village.

Chikni has its own place in the vibrant Madhepura 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 225808. The village spans a total geographical area of 1205 hectares. Madhepura is nearest town to Chikni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km 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 13,422 7,064 6,358
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,371 1,270 1,101
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,021 510 511
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8 5 3
Literate Population 6,059 3,926 2,133
Illiterate Population 7,363 3,138 4,225

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

  • The total population of Chikni village is around 13,422, including approximately 7,064 males and 6,358 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,371 children aged 0–6 years in Chikni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chikni village has 1,021 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 8 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chikni village is about 45.14%, with male literacy at 55.58% and female literacy at 33.55%.
  • There are around 2,491 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 village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within village

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.

Rupauli Jagbani Parwaha Tarawe Kaurihar Jiwachhpur Piprahi Kanhuan Goriari Jalwara Latrahi

Frequently Asked Questions about Chikni

Where is Chikni located?
Chikni village is situated in Gamharia Subdivision, within the Madhepura district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikni is Chikani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikni is 13,422, with 7,064 males and 6,358 females.
How many households are there in Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikni village has a total of 2,491 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikni is 45.14%. The male literacy rate is 55.58%, while the female literacy rate is 33.55%.