Chikri Ban
Chikri Ban is a village located in Mandi tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Mandi (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Chikriban is the gram panchayat of Chikri Ban village.
Here you can discover what makes Chikri Ban unique in its vibrant Mandi-Punch region. You’ll see Chikri Ban’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 Chikri Ban
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikri Ban is 001167. The village spans a total geographical area of 562 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185102. Punch is nearest town to Chikri Ban village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikri Ban 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 Poonch Haveli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikri Ban
Population of Chikri Ban
According to the 2011 Census, Chikri Ban has a total population of about 2,208, with approximately 1,143 males and 1,065 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 383 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 627. The overall literacy rate is approximately 52.72%, with male literacy at about 65.53% and female literacy near 38.97%. There are around 467 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikri Ban's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,208 | 1,143 | 1,065 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 383 | 192 | 191 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 627 | 327 | 300 |
| Literate Population | 1,164 | 749 | 415 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,044 | 394 | 650 |
Connectivity of Chikri Ban
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikri Ban. As per the 2011 stats, Chikri Ban had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikri Ban
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikri Ban helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikri Ban.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikri Ban
- Where is Chikri Ban located?
- Chikri Ban village is situated in Mandi Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikri Ban?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikri Ban is Chikriban (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chikri Ban?
- The pincode of Chikri Ban is 185102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikri Ban as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikri Ban is 2,208, with 1,143 males and 1,065 females.
- How many households are there in Chikri Ban as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikri Ban village has a total of 467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikri Ban as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikri Ban is 52.72%. The male literacy rate is 65.53%, while the female literacy rate is 38.97%.