Chiksa - Taklech, Shimla
Chiksa is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 170 km from Shimla. Kuhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chiksa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiksa is 023596. The village covers a total geographical area of 149 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Chiksa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chiksa
According to the 2011 Census, Chiksa village had a total population of 214 people, including 111 males and 103 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.35%, with male literacy at 83.00% and female literacy at 64.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 106.
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 | 214 | 111 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 51 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 83 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 28 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Chiksa
Chiksa 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 Chiksa
Chiksa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Shimla to Chiksa is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chiksa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiksa 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 Chiksa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiksa 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chiksa
Where is Chiksa located?
Chiksa village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiksa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chiksa is Kuhal.
What is the pincode of Chiksa?
The pincode of Chiksa is 172022.
What is the population of Chiksa?
Chiksa had a total population of 214, including 111 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Chiksa?
Chiksa had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiksa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiksa was 74.35%. Male literacy was 83.00% and female literacy was 64.84%.