Jhikkar
About Jhikkar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Jhikkar village is 009525. Jhikkar village is located in Dharmsala tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from Dharmsala, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Jhikkar village. As per 2009 stats, Lanjani is the gram panchayat of Jhikkar village.
The total geographical area of village is 185.48 hectares. Jhikkar has a total population of 121 peoples, out of which male population is 69 while female population is 52. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 753 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of jhikkar village is 74.38% out of which 82.61% males and 63.46% females are literate. There are about 28 houses in jhikkar village. Pincode of jhikkar village locality is 176215.
When it comes to administration, Jhikkar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Jhikkar village comes under Shahpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Dharmsala is nearest town to jhikkar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Jhikkar
The population details of Jhikkar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 90 | 57 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 12 | 19 |
Connectivity of Jhikkar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Jhikkar
Where is Jhikkar located?
Jhikkar village is situated in Dharmsala Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jhikkar?
The Gram Panchayat of Jhikkar is Lanjani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Jhikkar?
The pincode of Jhikkar is 176215, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Jhikkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Jhikkar is 121, with 69 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Jhikkar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Jhikkar village has a total of 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jhikkar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Jhikkar is 74.38%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 63.46%.