Thiknikata

Thiknikata is a village located in Matigara subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 0.45km away from sub-district headquarter Kadamtala. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Thiknikata village. As per 2009 stats, Matigara I is the gram panchayat of Thiknikata village.

Thiknikata has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling 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 Thiknikata

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thiknikata is 306551. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734012. Siliguri is nearest town to Thiknikata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Thiknikata

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,294 1,660 1,634
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 337 158 179
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,881 971 910
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 14 5 9
Literate Population 2,574 1,378 1,196
Illiterate Population 720 282 438

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

  • The total population of Thiknikata village is around 3,294, including approximately 1,660 males and 1,634 females, with a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 337 children aged 0–6 years in Thiknikata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Thiknikata village has 1,881 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 14 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Thiknikata village is about 78.14%, with male literacy at 83.01% and female literacy at 73.19%.
  • There are around 751 households in Thiknikata village.

Connectivity of Thiknikata

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thiknikata. As per the 2011 stats, Thiknikata 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 Thiknikata

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Thiknikata

Where is Thiknikata located?
Thiknikata village is situated in Matigara Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thiknikata?
The Gram Panchayat of Thiknikata is Matigara I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Thiknikata?
The pincode of Thiknikata is 734012, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thiknikata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thiknikata is 3,294, with 1,660 males and 1,634 females.
How many households are there in Thiknikata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thiknikata village has a total of 751 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thiknikata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thiknikata is 78.14%. The male literacy rate is 83.01%, while the female literacy rate is 73.19%.