Shikli

Shikli is a village located in Chandil subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Chandil (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Seraikela Kharsawan. As per 2009 stats, Chandil is the gram panchayat of Shikli village.

Here you can discover what makes Shikli unique in its vibrant Chandil-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Shikli’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 Shikli

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shikli is 378837. The village spans a total geographical area of 81 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832401. Chandil is nearest town to Shikli village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Shikli village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ichagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ranchi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Shikli

According to the 2011 Census, Shikli has a total population of about 471, with approximately 245 males and 226 females. The sex ratio is around 922 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 18 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 117. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.81%, with male literacy at about 69.80% and female literacy near 46.90%. There are around 79 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Shikli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 471 245 226
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 35 39
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 7 11
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 117 59 58
Literate Population 277 171 106
Illiterate Population 194 74 120

Connectivity of Shikli

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shikli. As per the 2011 stats, Shikli 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 Shikli

Knowing the nearby villages of Shikli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shikli.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shikli

Where is Shikli located?
Shikli village is situated in Chandil Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shikli?
The Gram Panchayat of Shikli is Chandil (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shikli?
The pincode of Shikli is 832401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shikli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shikli is 471, with 245 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Shikli as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shikli village has a total of 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shikli as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shikli is 58.81%. The male literacy rate is 69.80%, while the female literacy rate is 46.90%.