Tikar - Kupvi, Shimla
Tikar is a village situated in the Kupvi tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 190 km from Shimla. Kulag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikar is 025646. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.62 hectares and falls under the 171217 pincode. Chaupal is the nearest town.
Tikar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikar
According to the 2011 Census, Tikar village had a total population of 393 people, including 209 males and 184 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 880 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.06%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 70.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18.
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 | 393 | 209 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 182 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 27 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Tikar
Tikar 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 Tikar
Tikar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Tikar is about 190 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tikar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikar
Where is Tikar located?
Tikar village is located in Kupvi Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikar?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikar is Kulag.
What is the pincode of Tikar?
The pincode of Tikar is 171217.
What is the population of Tikar?
Tikar had a total population of 393, including 209 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Tikar?
Tikar had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikar was 83.06%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 70.91%.