Chikni
Chikni is a village located in Ramgarhwa subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ramgarhwa (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Ramgarhwa is the gram panchayat of Chikni village.
Here you can discover what makes Chikni unique in its vibrant Ramgarhwa-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Chikni’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 Chikni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikni is 217605. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845433. Raxaul is nearest town to Chikni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Chikni
Population of Chikni
According to the 2011 Census, Chikni has a total population of about 955, with approximately 489 males and 466 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 220 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.14%, with male literacy at about 49.08% and female literacy near 36.91%. There are around 182 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 955 | 489 | 466 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 98 | 122 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 412 | 240 | 172 |
Illiterate Population | 543 | 249 | 294 |
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikni
- Where is Chikni located?
- Chikni village is situated in Ramgarhwa Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikni is Ramgarhwa (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 845433, 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 955, with 489 males and 466 females.
- How many households are there in Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikni village has a total of 182 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikni is 43.14%. The male literacy rate is 49.08%, while the female literacy rate is 36.91%.