Chilka
Chilka is a village located in Baikunthpur tehsil of Koriya district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from Baikunthpur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chilka village. As per 2009 stats, Chilka village is also a gram panchayat.
Chilka has its own place in the vibrant Koriya 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 Chilka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilka is 431415. The village spans a total geographical area of 229.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497335. Baikunthpur is nearest town to Chilka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Chilka
Population of Chilka
Below is a concise population overview of Chilka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 946 | 456 | 490 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 74 | 73 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 862 | 411 | 451 |
Literate Population | 588 | 323 | 265 |
Illiterate Population | 358 | 133 | 225 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chilka village:
- The total population of Chilka village is around 946, including approximately 456 males and 490 females, with a sex ratio of 1074 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 147 children aged 0–6 years in Chilka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chilka village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 862 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chilka village is about 62.16%, with male literacy at 70.83% and female literacy at 54.08%.
- There are around 219 households in Chilka village.
Connectivity of Chilka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilka. As per the 2011 stats, Chilka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilka
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilka
- Where is Chilka located?
- Chilka village is situated in Baikunthpur Tehsil, within the Koriya district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilka?
- Chilka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chilka?
- The pincode of Chilka is 497335, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chilka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilka is 946, with 456 males and 490 females.
- How many households are there in Chilka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilka village has a total of 219 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilka is 62.16%. The male literacy rate is 70.83%, while the female literacy rate is 54.08%.