Tikker - Tihra, Mandi
Tikker is a village situated in the Tihra tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 83 km from Mandi. Tanyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikker village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikker is 013818. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.53 hectares and falls under the 175038 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Tikker village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikker
According to the 2011 Census, Tikker village had a total population of 163 people, including 78 males and 85 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,090 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.91%, with male literacy at 95.52% and female literacy at 78.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 11 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 64 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 14 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Tikker
Tikker 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 Tikker
Tikker is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Tikker is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikker village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Tikker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikker village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Tikker
Where is Tikker located?
Tikker village is located in Tihra Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikker?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikker is Tanyar.
What is the pincode of Tikker?
The pincode of Tikker is 175038.
What is the population of Tikker?
Tikker had a total population of 163, including 78 males and 85 females.
How many households are there in Tikker?
Tikker had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikker was 85.91%. Male literacy was 95.52% and female literacy was 78.05%.