Tikkari - Tikar, Shimla
Tikkari is a village situated in the Tikar tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Pujarli-4 serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tikkari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tikkari is 026384. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 171203 pincode. Rohru 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 Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tikkari
As per Census 2011, Tikkari village has a total population of 458 people, consisting of 242 males and 216 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 112 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tikkari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 458 | 242 | 216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 187 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 55 | 78 |
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
Tikkari 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 Tikkari is about 127 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tikkari
Where is Tikkari located?
Tikkari village is located in Tikar Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tikkari?
The Gram Panchayat of Tikkari is Pujarli-4.
What is the pincode of Tikkari?
The pincode of Tikkari is 171203.
What is the population of Tikkari?
Tikkari has a total population of 458, including 242 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Tikkari?
There are 108 households in Tikkari.
What is the literacy rate in Tikkari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tikkari is 70.96%. Male literacy is 77.27% and female literacy is 63.89%.