Karikan

Karikan is a village located in Khaga tehsil of Fatehpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Khaga (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Fatepur. As per 2009 stats, Karikan Dhata is the gram panchayat of Karikan village.

Karikan has its own place in the vibrant Fatehpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karikan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karikan is 157621. The village spans a total geographical area of 1788.42 hectares. Khaga is nearest town to Karikan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Karikan

Below is a concise population overview of Karikan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 17,540 9,232 8,308
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,640 1,406 1,234
Scheduled Castes (SC) 7,361 3,870 3,491
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 9,832 6,050 3,782
Illiterate Population 7,708 3,182 4,526

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karikan village:

  • The total population of Karikan village is around 17,540, including approximately 9,232 males and 8,308 females, with a sex ratio of 899 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,640 children aged 0–6 years in Karikan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karikan village has 7,361 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karikan village is about 56.05%, with male literacy at 65.53% and female literacy at 45.52%.
  • There are around 3,174 households in Karikan village.

Connectivity of Karikan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karikan. As per the 2011 stats, Karikan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karikan

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

Gelahara Bhulapur Kalayanpur Kacharauli Sarsauli Hardawan Bhadpur Bara Narsinghpur Kabraha Rasulpur Bhurchuni Sunari

Frequently Asked Questions about Karikan

Where is Karikan located?
Karikan village is situated in Khaga Tehsil, within the Fatehpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karikan?
The Gram Panchayat of Karikan is Karikan Dhata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Karikan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karikan is 17,540, with 9,232 males and 8,308 females.
How many households are there in Karikan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karikan village has a total of 3,174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karikan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karikan is 56.05%. The male literacy rate is 65.53%, while the female literacy rate is 45.52%.