Chikanvas
Chikanvas is a village located in Amirgadh taluka of Banas Kantha district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Iqbalgadh (tehsildar office) and 31km away from district headquarter Palanpur. As per 2009 stats, Virampur is the gram panchayat of Chikanvas village.
Here you can discover what makes Chikanvas unique in its vibrant Amirgadh-Banas Kantha region. You’ll see Chikanvas’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 Chikanvas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikanvas is 507808. The village spans a total geographical area of 859.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 385001. Palanpur is nearest town to Chikanvas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
Google Map of Chikanvas
Population of Chikanvas
According to the 2011 Census, Chikanvas has a total population of about 1,758, with approximately 909 males and 849 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 368 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,758. The overall literacy rate is approximately 33.62%, with male literacy at about 41.25% and female literacy near 25.44%. There are around 264 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikanvas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,758 | 909 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 215 | 153 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,758 | 909 | 849 |
| Literate Population | 591 | 375 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,167 | 534 | 633 |
Connectivity of Chikanvas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikanvas. As per the 2011 stats, Chikanvas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikanvas
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikanvas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikanvas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikanvas
- Where is Chikanvas located?
- Chikanvas village is situated in Amirgadh Taluka, within the Banas Kantha district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikanvas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikanvas is Virampur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chikanvas?
- The pincode of Chikanvas is 385001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikanvas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikanvas is 1,758, with 909 males and 849 females.
- How many households are there in Chikanvas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikanvas village has a total of 264 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikanvas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikanvas is 33.62%. The male literacy rate is 41.25%, while the female literacy rate is 25.44%.