Chikor
Chikor is a village located in Patratu subdivision of Ramgarh district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Patratu (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Ramgarh. As per 2009 stats, Chikor village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chikor unique in its vibrant Patratu-Ramgarh region. You’ll see Chikor’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 Chikor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikor is 368981. The village spans a total geographical area of 398.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 829143. Patratu is nearest town to Chikor village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chikor
Population of Chikor
According to the 2011 Census, Chikor has a total population of about 4,767, with approximately 2,450 males and 2,317 females. The sex ratio is around 945 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 602 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 492 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,970. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.07%, with male literacy at about 63.35% and female literacy near 48.38%. There are around 841 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,767 | 2,450 | 2,317 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 602 | 286 | 316 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 492 | 247 | 245 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,970 | 1,015 | 955 |
| Literate Population | 2,673 | 1,552 | 1,121 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,094 | 898 | 1,196 |
Connectivity of Chikor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikor. As per the 2011 stats, Chikor 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikor
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikor
- Where is Chikor located?
- Chikor village is situated in Patratu Subdivision, within the Ramgarh district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikor?
- Chikor serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chikor?
- The pincode of Chikor is 829143, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikor is 4,767, with 2,450 males and 2,317 females.
- How many households are there in Chikor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikor village has a total of 841 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikor is 56.07%. The male literacy rate is 63.35%, while the female literacy rate is 48.38%.