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.
Here you can discover what makes Sikni unique in its vibrant Manatu-Palamu region. You’ll see Sikni’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 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.
Google Map of Sikni
Population of Sikni
According to the 2011 Census, Sikni has a total population of about 450, with approximately 246 males and 204 females. The sex ratio is around 829 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 176 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 24. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.00%, with male literacy at about 46.75% and female literacy near 18.63%. There are around 88 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sikni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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%.