Chikhli - Una, Gir Somnath
Chikhli is a village situated in the Una taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Una and around 160 km from Junagadh. Chikhli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhli is 515337. The village covers a total geographical area of 2552.71 hectares and falls under the 362720 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 22 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 Kodinar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhli
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhli village had a total population of 2,822 people, including 1,451 males and 1,371 females, living in 476 households. The sex ratio was 945 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.56%, with male literacy at 62.20% and female literacy at 40.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,822 | 1,451 | 1,371 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 226 | 224 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 34 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,223 | 762 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,599 | 689 | 910 |
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
Public transport in the Chikhli is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Chikhli is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Chikhli is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikhli
Where is Chikhli located?
Chikhli village is located in Una Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhli?
Chikhli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikhli?
The pincode of Chikhli is 362720.
What is the population of Chikhli?
Chikhli had a total population of 2,822, including 1,451 males and 1,371 females.
How many households are there in Chikhli?
Chikhli had 476 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhli was 51.56%. Male literacy was 62.20% and female literacy was 40.19%.