Chikhli Village - Aamabeda, Uttar Bastar Kanker
Chikhli is a village situated in the Aamabeda tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 62 km from Antagarh and around 38 km from Kanker. Belondee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikhli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhli is 448106. The village covers a total geographical area of 257.87 hectares and falls under the 494665 pincode. Kanker is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
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 Antagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanker Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhli
As per Census 2011, Chikhli village has a total population of 443 people, consisting of 215 males and 228 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 223 literate and 220 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 268 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 443 | 215 | 228 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 41 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 129 | 139 |
| Literate Population | 223 | 127 | 96 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 88 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhli
Chikhli is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chikhli
Chikhli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Chikhli has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanker to Chikhli is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in 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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chikhli
Where is Chikhli located?
Chikhli village is located in Aamabeda Tehsil, Uttar Bastar Kanker district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhli is Belondee.
What is the pincode of Chikhli?
The pincode of Chikhli is 494665.
What is the population of Chikhli?
Chikhli has a total population of 443, including 215 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Chikhli?
There are 85 households in Chikhli.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhli is 50.34%. Male literacy is 59.07% and female literacy is 42.11%.