Nikian

Nikian is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Gigrial is the gram panchayat of Nikian village.

Nikian has its own place in the vibrant Jammu region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Nikian

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nikian is 005560. The village spans a total geographical area of 350.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181203. Khour is nearest town to Nikian village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.

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Population of Nikian

Below is a concise population overview of Nikian as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 441 223 218
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 31 33
Scheduled Castes (SC) 70 39 31
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 313 173 140
Illiterate Population 128 50 78

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nikian village:

  • The total population of Nikian village is around 441, including approximately 223 males and 218 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Nikian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Nikian village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Nikian village is about 70.98%, with male literacy at 77.58% and female literacy at 64.22%.
  • There are around 115 households in Nikian village.

Connectivity of Nikian

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nikian. As per the 2011 stats, Nikian had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Nikian

Knowing the nearby villages of Nikian helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nikian.

Chaprial Platan Dar Chhani Diwanan Laham Khunda Nandwal Chak Malal Malal Ahgal Taroti Danwal

Frequently Asked Questions about Nikian

Where is Nikian located?
Nikian village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nikian?
The Gram Panchayat of Nikian is Gigrial (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Nikian?
The pincode of Nikian is 181203, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Nikian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nikian is 441, with 223 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Nikian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Nikian village has a total of 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nikian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nikian is 70.98%. The male literacy rate is 77.58%, while the female literacy rate is 64.22%.