Chikhla - Danta, Banas Kantha
Chikhla is a village situated in the Danta taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Danta and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Kumbhariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikhla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhla is 507832. The village covers a total geographical area of 754.24 hectares and falls under the 385110 pincode. Ambaji is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chikhla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Danta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhla
As per Census 2011, Chikhla village has a total population of 1,611 people, consisting of 825 males and 786 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 402 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 410 literate and 1,201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,572 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,611 | 825 | 786 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 402 | 197 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,572 | 802 | 770 |
| Literate Population | 410 | 288 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,201 | 537 | 664 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhla
Chikhla 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 Chikhla
Public transport in the Chikhla is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ambaji to Chikhla is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Chikhla is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikhla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikhla
Where is Chikhla located?
Chikhla village is located in Danta Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhla is Kumbhariya.
What is the pincode of Chikhla?
The pincode of Chikhla is 385110.
What is the population of Chikhla?
Chikhla has a total population of 1,611, including 825 males and 786 females.
How many households are there in Chikhla?
There are 265 households in Chikhla.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhla is 25.45%. Male literacy is 34.91% and female literacy is 15.52%.