Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) - Arang, Raipur
Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) is a village situated in the Arang tehsil of Raipur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arang and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Raipur. Chikhli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) is 444446. The village covers a total geographical area of 871.57 hectares and falls under the 493441 pincode. Arang is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)
As per Census 2011, Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) village has a total population of 2,537 people, consisting of 1,247 males and 1,290 females. The village has 485 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 431 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,412 literate and 1,125 illiterate residents. Additionally, 580 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 422 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,537 | 1,247 | 1,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 431 | 204 | 227 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 580 | 277 | 303 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 422 | 219 | 203 |
| Literate Population | 1,412 | 839 | 573 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,125 | 408 | 717 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)
Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Junwani | North-West | 2.31 km |
| Gidhpuri | North | 2.40 km |
| Mohmela | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Malpuri | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Kutela | South-West | 3.39 km |
| Bharuwadih | North | 3.83 km |
| Mohgaon | West | 4.19 km |
| Bijradih | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Telasi | North-West | 4.81 km |
| Tamori | North | 4.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)
Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Belsonda, while the nearest airport is Raipur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Arang to Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)
Where is Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) located?
Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) village is located in Arang Tehsil, Raipur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) is Chikhli.
What is the pincode of Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)?
The pincode of Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) is 493441.
What is the population of Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)?
Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) has a total population of 2,537, including 1,247 males and 1,290 females.
How many households are there in Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)?
There are 485 households in Chikhli-1 (Chikhli).
What is the literacy rate in Chikhli-1 (Chikhli)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhli-1 (Chikhli) is 55.66%. Male literacy is 67.28% and female literacy is 44.42%.