Chikhar
About Chikhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikhar village is 024887. Chikhar village is located in Junga tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from district headquarter Junga. Junga is the sub-district headquarter of Chikhar village. As per 2009 stats, Satlai is the gram panchayat of Chikhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 371.11 hectares. Chikhar has a total population of 545 peoples, out of which male population is 277 while female population is 268. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 967 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikhar village is 72.66% out of which 79.42% males and 65.67% females are literate. There are about 98 houses in chikhar village. Pincode of chikhar village locality is 173210.
When it comes to administration, Chikhar 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, Chikhar village comes under Kasumpti Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Shimla is nearest town to chikhar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chikhar
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 545 | 277 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 396 | 220 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 57 | 92 |
Connectivity of Chikhar
| 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 Chikhar
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhar
Where is Chikhar located?
Chikhar village is situated in Junga Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhar is Satlai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chikhar?
The pincode of Chikhar is 173210, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhar is 545, with 277 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Chikhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhar village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhar is 72.66%. The male literacy rate is 79.42%, while the female literacy rate is 65.67%.