Sikan
Sikan is a village located in Kotli tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from district headquarter Kotli. Kotli is the sub-district headquarter of Sikan village. As per 2009 stats, Uparli Sarwari is the gram panchayat of Sikan village.
Here you can discover what makes Sikan unique in its vibrant Kotli-Mandi region. You’ll see Sikan’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 Sikan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikan is 013761. The village spans a total geographical area of 66.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175003. Mandi is nearest town to Sikan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sikan
Population of Sikan
According to the 2011 Census, Sikan has a total population of about 324, with approximately 145 males and 179 females. The sex ratio is around 1234 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 80 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 68.52%, with male literacy at about 75.17% and female literacy near 63.13%. There are around 67 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 324 | 145 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 25 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 36 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 222 | 109 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 36 | 66 |
Connectivity of Sikan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sikan. As per the 2011 stats, Sikan 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sikan
Knowing the nearby villages of Sikan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sikan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikan
- Where is Sikan located?
- Sikan village is situated in Kotli Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikan is Uparli Sarwari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sikan?
- The pincode of Sikan is 175003, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sikan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikan is 324, with 145 males and 179 females.
- How many households are there in Sikan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikan village has a total of 67 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikan is 68.52%. The male literacy rate is 75.17%, while the female literacy rate is 63.13%.