Sikni

Sikni is a village located in Meral subdivision of Garhwa district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Meral (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Garhwa. As per 2009 stats, Biktam is the gram panchayat of Sikni village.

Sikni has its own place in the vibrant Garhwa 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 347638. The village spans a total geographical area of 75.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822133. Meral 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 337 178 159
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 52 24 28
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 131 84 47
Illiterate Population 206 94 112

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

  • The total population of Sikni village is around 337, including approximately 178 males and 159 females, with a sex ratio of 893 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 52 children aged 0–6 years in Sikni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Sikni village is about 38.87%, with male literacy at 47.19% and female literacy at 29.56%.
  • There are around 69 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 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 Meral Subdivision, within the Garhwa district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sikni?
The Gram Panchayat of Sikni is Biktam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sikni?
The pincode of Sikni is 822133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sikni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sikni is 337, with 178 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Sikni as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sikni village has a total of 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sikni as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikni is 38.87%. The male literacy rate is 47.19%, while the female literacy rate is 29.56%.