Hikam

Hikam is a village located in Spiti tehsil of Lahul & Spiti district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 210km away from district headquarter Kaza. Kaza is the sub-district headquarter of Hikam village. As per 2009 stats, Langcha is the gram panchayat of Hikam village.

Hikam has its own place in the vibrant Lahul & Spiti 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 Hikam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Hikam is 012500. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172113. Manali is nearest town to Hikam village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Hikam

Below is a concise population overview of Hikam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 195 104 91
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 18 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 194 104 90
Literate Population 123 68 55
Illiterate Population 72 36 36

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

  • The total population of Hikam village is around 195, including approximately 104 males and 91 females, with a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Hikam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Hikam village has 194 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Hikam village is about 63.08%, with male literacy at 65.38% and female literacy at 60.44%.
  • There are around 39 households in Hikam village.

Connectivity of Hikam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Hikam. As per the 2011 stats, Hikam 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Hikam

Knowing the nearby villages of Hikam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Hikam.

Tashi Gang Thinam Dhar Lama Chung Chung Langja Dhar Chhon Chhon Kanghilda Komik Kaza Khas Kaza Soma Kagti Lara Khas Shego

Frequently Asked Questions about Hikam

Where is Hikam located?
Hikam village is situated in Spiti Tehsil, within the Lahul & Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hikam?
The Gram Panchayat of Hikam is Langcha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Hikam?
The pincode of Hikam is 172113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Hikam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Hikam is 195, with 104 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Hikam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Hikam village has a total of 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hikam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Hikam is 63.08%. The male literacy rate is 65.38%, while the female literacy rate is 60.44%.