Chikna
Chikna is a village located in Anandpur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Anandpur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Chikna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chikna unique in its vibrant Anandpur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Chikna’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 Chikna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikna is 038518. The village spans a total geographical area of 75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140115. Anandpur Sahib is nearest town to Chikna village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chikna
Population of Chikna
According to the 2011 Census, Chikna has a total population of about 1,009, with approximately 504 males and 505 females. The sex ratio is around 1001 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 130 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 81 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.82%, with male literacy at about 73.21% and female literacy near 56.44%. There are around 176 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,009 | 504 | 505 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 41 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 654 | 369 | 285 |
| Illiterate Population | 355 | 135 | 220 |
Connectivity of Chikna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikna. As per the 2011 stats, Chikna 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 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikna
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikna
- Where is Chikna located?
- Chikna village is situated in Anandpur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikna?
- Chikna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chikna?
- The pincode of Chikna is 140115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikna is 1,009, with 504 males and 505 females.
- How many households are there in Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikna village has a total of 176 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikna is 64.82%. The male literacy rate is 73.21%, while the female literacy rate is 56.44%.