Chikani
Chikani is a village located in Ghanghata tehsil of Sant Kabir Nagar district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Ghanghata (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Sant Kabir Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Tighara is the gram panchayat of Chikani village.
Here you can discover what makes Chikani unique in its vibrant Ghanghata-Sant Kabir Nagar 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 183177. The village spans a total geographical area of 27.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 272176. Sant Kabir Nagar is nearest town to Chikani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Chikani
Population of Chikani
According to the 2011 Census, Chikani has a total population of about 640, with approximately 339 males and 301 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 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 66.72%, with male literacy at about 78.47% and female literacy near 53.49%. There are around 81 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 | 640 | 339 | 301 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 427 | 266 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 73 | 140 |
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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Ghanghata Tehsil, within the Sant Kabir Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikani?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikani is Tighara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chikani?
- The pincode of Chikani is 272176, 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 640, with 339 males and 301 females.
- How many households are there in Chikani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikani village has a total of 81 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikani is 66.72%. The male literacy rate is 78.47%, while the female literacy rate is 53.49%.