Chikani
Chikani is a village located in Chakia tehsil of Chandauli district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Chakia (tehsildar office) and 87km away from district headquarter Chandauli. As per 2009 stats, Chikani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chikani unique in its vibrant Chakia-Chandauli region. You’ll see Chikani’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 Chikani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikani is 208416. The village spans a total geographical area of 1009.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 232111. Chakia is nearest town to Chikani village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Chikani
Population of Chikani
According to the 2011 Census, Chikani has a total population of about 569, with approximately 299 males and 270 females. The sex ratio is around 903 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 202 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 40. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.62%, with male literacy at about 62.21% and female literacy near 37.78%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 299 | 270 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 202 | 106 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 288 | 186 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 113 | 168 |
Connectivity of Chikani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikani. As per the 2011 stats, Chikani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikani
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikani
- Where is Chikani located?
- Chikani village is situated in Chakia Tehsil, within the Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikani?
- Chikani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chikani?
- The pincode of Chikani is 232111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikani is 569, with 299 males and 270 females.
- How many households are there in Chikani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikani village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikani is 50.62%. The male literacy rate is 62.21%, while the female literacy rate is 37.78%.