Chikhli
Chikhli is a village located in Antagarh tehsil of Uttar Bastar Kanker district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 62km away from sub-district headquarter Antagarh (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Kanker. As per 2009 stats, Belondee is the gram panchayat of Chikhli village.
Here you can discover what makes Chikhli unique in its vibrant Antagarh-Uttar Bastar Kanker region. You’ll see Chikhli’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chikhli
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhli is 448106. The village spans a total geographical area of 257.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494771. Kanker is nearest town to Chikhli village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikhli village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Antagarh Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kanker Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikhli
Population of Chikhli
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhli has a total population of about 443, with approximately 215 males and 228 females. The sex ratio is around 1060 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 268. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.34%, with male literacy at about 59.07% and female literacy near 42.11%. There are around 85 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikhli's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
Connectivity of Chikhli
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhli. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhli had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikhli
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhli helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhli.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhli
- Where is Chikhli located?
- Chikhli village is situated in Antagarh Tehsil, within the Uttar Bastar Kanker district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikhli?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikhli is Belondee (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chikhli?
- The pincode of Chikhli is 494771, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikhli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhli is 443, with 215 males and 228 females.
- How many households are there in Chikhli as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikhli village has a total of 85 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikhli as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhli is 50.34%. The male literacy rate is 59.07%, while the female literacy rate is 42.11%.