Alikan - Dabwali, Sirsa
Alikan is a village situated in the Dabwali tehsil of Sirsa district, Haryana. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dabwali and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Sirsa. Alikan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alikan is 060530. The village covers a total geographical area of 1497 hectares and falls under the 125078 pincode. Dabwali is the nearest town.
Alikan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dabwali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sirsa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alikan
As per Census 2011, Alikan village has a total population of 3,222 people, consisting of 1,649 males and 1,573 females. The village has 648 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 395 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,658 literate and 1,564 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,416 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Alikan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,222 | 1,649 | 1,573 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 395 | 200 | 195 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,416 | 725 | 691 |
| Literate Population | 1,658 | 935 | 723 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,564 | 714 | 850 |
Nearby Villages of Alikan
Alikan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Alikan
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Alikan. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Alikan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Sirsa to Alikan is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Alikan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alikan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Alikan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alikan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Alikan
Where is Alikan located?
Alikan village is located in Dabwali Tehsil, Sirsa district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Alikan?
Alikan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Alikan?
The pincode of Alikan is 125078.
What is the population of Alikan?
Alikan has a total population of 3,222, including 1,649 males and 1,573 females.
How many households are there in Alikan?
There are 648 households in Alikan.
What is the literacy rate in Alikan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alikan is 51.46%. Male literacy is 56.70% and female literacy is 45.96%.