Chiknia
Chiknia is a village located in Jama subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Jama (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Chiknia village is also a gram panchayat.
Chiknia has its own place in the vibrant Dumka 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 Chiknia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chiknia is 371675. The village spans a total geographical area of 111 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814146. Dumka is nearest town to Chiknia village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Chiknia
Below is a concise population overview of Chiknia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,321 | 685 | 636 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 100 | 106 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 37 | 41 |
Literate Population | 901 | 547 | 354 |
Illiterate Population | 420 | 138 | 282 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chiknia village:
- The total population of Chiknia village is around 1,321, including approximately 685 males and 636 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 206 children aged 0–6 years in Chiknia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chiknia village has 53 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 78 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chiknia village is about 68.21%, with male literacy at 79.85% and female literacy at 55.66%.
- There are around 253 households in Chiknia village.
Connectivity of Chiknia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chiknia. As per the 2011 stats, Chiknia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chiknia
Knowing the nearby villages of Chiknia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chiknia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chiknia
- Where is Chiknia located?
- Chiknia village is situated in Jama Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chiknia?
- Chiknia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chiknia?
- The pincode of Chiknia is 814146, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chiknia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chiknia is 1,321, with 685 males and 636 females.
- How many households are there in Chiknia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chiknia village has a total of 253 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chiknia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chiknia is 68.21%. The male literacy rate is 79.85%, while the female literacy rate is 55.66%.