Chikpal
About Chikpal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikpal village is 450220. Chikpal village is located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Katekalyan (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Chikpal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 952.01 hectares. Chikpal has a total population of 1,047 peoples, out of which male population is 525 while female population is 522. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 994 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikpal village is 37.73% out of which 45.52% males and 29.89% females are literate. There are about 220 houses in chikpal village. Pincode of chikpal village locality is 494449.
When it comes to administration, Chikpal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chikpal village comes under Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bastar Lok Sabha constituency. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to chikpal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
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Population of Chikpal
The population details of Chikpal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,047 | 525 | 522 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 206 | 111 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,020 | 515 | 505 |
| Literate Population | 395 | 239 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 652 | 286 | 366 |
Connectivity of Chikpal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chikpal
Where is Chikpal located?
Chikpal village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikpal?
Chikpal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chikpal?
The pincode of Chikpal is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikpal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikpal is 1,047, with 525 males and 522 females.
How many households are there in Chikpal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikpal village has a total of 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikpal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikpal is 37.73%. The male literacy rate is 45.52%, while the female literacy rate is 29.89%.