Chikhli - Maliya, Morbi
Chikhli is a village situated in the Maliya taluka of Morbi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 14 km from Maliya and around 100 km from Rajkot. Chikhli / Vaddasar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikhli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhli is 512597. The village covers a total geographical area of 3520.85 hectares and falls under the 363630 pincode. Maliya is the nearest town, located about 14 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 Morbi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kachchh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhli
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhli village had a total population of 742 people, including 386 males and 356 females, living in 133 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.54%, with male literacy at 65.19% and female literacy at 57.63%.
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 | 742 | 386 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 70 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 206 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 180 | 186 |
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 auto-rickshaws. Chikhli has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Maliya to Chikhli is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajkot to Chikhli is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 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 Maliya Taluka, Morbi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhli is Chikhli / Vaddasar.
What is the pincode of Chikhli?
The pincode of Chikhli is 363630.
What is the population of Chikhli?
Chikhli had a total population of 742, including 386 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Chikhli?
Chikhli had 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhli was 61.54%. Male literacy was 65.19% and female literacy was 57.63%.