Chikna
Chikna is a village located in Ghoghardiha subdivision of Madhubani district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Ghoghardiha (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Madhubani. As per 2009 stats, Chikna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chikna unique in its vibrant Ghoghardiha-Madhubani region. You’ll see Chikna’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chikna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikna is 220784. The village spans a total geographical area of 327.8 hectares. Ghoghardiha is nearest town to Chikna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.
Google Map of Chikna
Population of Chikna
According to the 2011 Census, Chikna has a total population of about 3,923, with approximately 1,986 males and 1,937 females. The sex ratio is around 975 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 647 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 828 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 3. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.03%, with male literacy at about 65.46% and female literacy near 44.35%. There are around 932 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,923 | 1,986 | 1,937 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 647 | 319 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 828 | 417 | 411 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 2,159 | 1,300 | 859 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,764 | 686 | 1,078 |
Connectivity of Chikna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikna. As per the 2011 stats, Chikna 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikna
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikna
- Where is Chikna located?
- Chikna village is situated in Ghoghardiha Subdivision, within the Madhubani district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikna?
- Chikna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikna is 3,923, with 1,986 males and 1,937 females.
- How many households are there in Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikna village has a total of 932 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikna is 55.03%. The male literacy rate is 65.46%, while the female literacy rate is 44.35%.