Tikri
Tikri is a village located in Tikar tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 127km away from district headquarter Tikar. Tikar is the sub-district headquarter of Tikri village. As per 2009 stats, Pujarli 4 is the gram panchayat of Tikri village.
Here you can discover what makes Tikri unique in its vibrant Tikar-Shimla region. You’ll see Tikri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tikri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tikri is 026384. The village spans a total geographical area of 76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171207. Rohru is nearest town to Tikri village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Tikri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Shimla Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tikri
Population of Tikri
According to the 2011 Census, Tikri has a total population of about 458, with approximately 242 males and 216 females. The sex ratio is around 892 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 47 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.96%, with male literacy at about 77.27% and female literacy near 63.89%. There are around 108 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tikri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Tikri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tikri. As per the 2011 stats, Tikri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 Tikri
Knowing the nearby villages of Tikri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tikri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tikri
- Where is Tikri located?
- Tikri village is situated in Tikar Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tikri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tikri is Pujarli 4 (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tikri?
- The pincode of Tikri is 171207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tikri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tikri is 458, with 242 males and 216 females.
- How many households are there in Tikri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tikri village has a total of 108 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tikri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tikri is 70.96%. The male literacy rate is 77.27%, while the female literacy rate is 63.89%.