Sikni
Sikni is a village located in Manatu subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Manatu (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Medininagar (daltonganj). As per 2009 stats, Arka is the gram panchayat of Sikni village.
Sikni has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 366099. The village spans a total geographical area of 556 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822123. Manatu 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.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 450 | 246 | 204 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 50 | 42 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
Literate Population | 153 | 115 | 38 |
Illiterate Population | 297 | 131 | 166 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sikni village:
- The total population of Sikni village is around 450, including approximately 246 males and 204 females, with a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Sikni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sikni village has 176 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 24 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sikni village is about 34.00%, with male literacy at 46.75% and female literacy at 18.63%.
- There are around 88 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) |
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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 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sikni
- Where is Sikni located?
- Sikni village is situated in Manatu Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sikni?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sikni is Arka (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 822123, 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 450, with 246 males and 204 females.
- How many households are there in Sikni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sikni village has a total of 88 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sikni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sikni is 34.00%. The male literacy rate is 46.75%, while the female literacy rate is 18.63%.