Tikkari - Theog, Shimla
Tikkari is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dhamandri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikkari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikkari is 025210. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.26 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Tikkari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikkari
According to the 2011 Census, Tikkari village had a total population of 200 people, including 106 males and 94 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.97%, with male literacy at 87.00% and female literacy at 78.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 200 | 106 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 87 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Tikkari
Tikkari 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 Tikkari
Public transport in the Tikkari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Tikkari is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tikkari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tikkari 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 Tikkari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tikkari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikkari
Where is Tikkari located?
Tikkari village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikkari?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikkari is Dhamandri.
What is the pincode of Tikkari?
The pincode of Tikkari is 171201.
What is the population of Tikkari?
Tikkari had a total population of 200, including 106 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Tikkari?
Tikkari had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tikkari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikkari was 82.97%. Male literacy was 87.00% and female literacy was 78.05%.