Chilkiya
Chilkiya is a village located in Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Berinag (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Dumet is the gram panchayat of Chilkiya village.
Here you can discover what makes Chilkiya unique in its vibrant Berinag-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Chilkiya’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 Chilkiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilkiya is 049560. The village spans a total geographical area of 48.33 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262533. Didihat is nearest town to Chilkiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Chilkiya
Population of Chilkiya
According to the 2011 Census, Chilkiya has a total population of about 141, with approximately 69 males and 72 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 110 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 58.16%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 50.00%. There are around 22 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chilkiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 141 | 69 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 49 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 23 | 36 |
Connectivity of Chilkiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilkiya. As per the 2011 stats, Chilkiya 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 Chilkiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilkiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilkiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilkiya
- Where is Chilkiya located?
- Chilkiya village is situated in Berinag Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilkiya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chilkiya is Dumet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chilkiya?
- The pincode of Chilkiya is 262533, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chilkiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilkiya is 141, with 69 males and 72 females.
- How many households are there in Chilkiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilkiya village has a total of 22 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilkiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilkiya is 58.16%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.