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.

Sikan has its own place in the vibrant Mandi 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 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.

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Population of Sikan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Sikan village is around 324, including approximately 145 males and 179 females, with a sex ratio of 1234 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Sikan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikan village has 80 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sikan village is about 68.52%, with male literacy at 75.17% and female literacy at 63.13%.
  • There are around 67 households in Sikan village.

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.

Kalag Dhawali Badehar D P F Janitri Barnota Arthi Lagdhar Sarwari Uperli Sarwari Buhli Taryasal Bhargaon Badyar

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%.