Chilkia
Chilkia is a village located in Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Nainital. As per 2009 stats, Chilkiya is the gram panchayat of Chilkia village.
Chilkia has its own place in the vibrant Nainital 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 Chilkia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilkia is 055338. The village spans a total geographical area of 205 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 244715. Ramnagar is nearest town to Chilkia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
Google Map of Chilkia
Population of Chilkia
Below is a concise population overview of Chilkia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,193 | 1,637 | 1,556 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 234 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 461 | 234 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,228 | 1,230 | 998 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 407 | 558 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chilkia village:
- The total population of Chilkia village is around 3,193, including approximately 1,637 males and 1,556 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 409 children aged 0–6 years in Chilkia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chilkia village has 461 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chilkia village is about 69.78%, with male literacy at 75.14% and female literacy at 64.14%.
- There are around 619 households in Chilkia village.
Connectivity of Chilkia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilkia. As per the 2011 stats, Chilkia 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 Chilkia
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilkia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilkia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilkia
- Where is Chilkia located?
- Chilkia village is situated in Ramnagar Tehsil, within the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilkia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chilkia is Chilkiya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chilkia?
- The pincode of Chilkia is 244715, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chilkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilkia is 3,193, with 1,637 males and 1,556 females.
- How many households are there in Chilkia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilkia village has a total of 619 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilkia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilkia is 69.78%. The male literacy rate is 75.14%, while the female literacy rate is 64.14%.