Chikni
About Chikni
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikni village is 021003. Chikni village is located in Nalagarh tehsil of Solan district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 69km away from district headquarter Nalagarh. Nalagarh is the sub-district headquarter of Chikni village. As per 2009 stats, Bawasni is the gram panchayat of Chikni village.
The total geographical area of village is 126 hectares. Chikni has a total population of 255 peoples, out of which male population is 147 while female population is 108. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 734 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikni village is 56.08% out of which 57.82% males and 53.70% females are literate. There are about 43 houses in chikni village. Pincode of chikni village locality is 174101.
When it comes to administration, Chikni village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chikni village comes under Nalagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Nalagarh is nearest town to chikni village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chikni
The population details of Chikni cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 255 | 147 | 108 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 196 | 112 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 143 | 85 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 62 | 50 |
Connectivity of Chikni
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chikni
Where is Chikni located?
Chikni village is situated in Nalagarh Tehsil, within the Solan district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikni is Bawasni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chikni?
The pincode of Chikni is 174101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikni is 255, with 147 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikni village has a total of 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikni is 56.08%. The male literacy rate is 57.82%, while the female literacy rate is 53.70%.