Chilkia - Ramnagar, Nainital
Chilkia is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chilkiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilkia village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilkia is 055338. The village covers a total geographical area of 205 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chilkia village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chilkia
According to the 2011 Census, Chilkia village had a total population of 3,193 people, including 1,637 males and 1,556 females, living in 619 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.03%, with male literacy at 87.67% and female literacy at 72.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 461, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | 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 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,228 | 1,230 | 998 |
| Illiterate Population | 965 | 407 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Chilkia
Chilkia is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chilkia
Chilkia is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chilkia has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Chilkia is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chilkia is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilkia
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilkia village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chilkia
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilkia village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chilkia
Where is Chilkia located?
Chilkia village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilkia?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilkia is Chilkiya.
What is the pincode of Chilkia?
The pincode of Chilkia is 244715.
What is the population of Chilkia?
Chilkia had a total population of 3,193, including 1,637 males and 1,556 females.
How many households are there in Chilkia?
Chilkia had 619 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilkia?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilkia was 80.03%. Male literacy was 87.67% and female literacy was 72.27%.