Sikni

Sikni is a village located in Lawalaung subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Lawalaung (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Mandhania is the gram panchayat of Sikni village.

Sikni has its own place in the vibrant Chatra 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 Sikni

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sikni is 348595. The village spans a total geographical area of 337 hectares. Lawalaung is nearest town to Sikni village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Sikni

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 669 332 337
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 147 71 76
Scheduled Castes (SC) 457 226 231
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 117 90 27
Illiterate Population 552 242 310

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

  • The total population of Sikni village is around 669, including approximately 332 males and 337 females, with a sex ratio of 1015 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Sikni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sikni village has 457 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Sikni village is about 17.49%, with male literacy at 27.11% and female literacy at 8.01%.
  • There are around 135 households in Sikni village.

Connectivity of Sikni

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sikni

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Sikni

Where is Sikni located?
Sikni village is situated in Lawalaung Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikni?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikni is Mandhania (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Sikni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikni is 669, with 332 males and 337 females.
How many households are there in Sikni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikni village has a total of 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikni is 17.49%. The male literacy rate is 27.11%, while the female literacy rate is 8.01%.