Chikhalia
Chikhalia is a village located in Upleta taluka of Rajkot district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Upleta (tehsildar office) and 115km away from district headquarter Rajkot. As per 2009 stats, Chikhalia village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chikhalia unique in its vibrant Upleta-Rajkot region. You’ll see Chikhalia’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 Chikhalia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhalia is 513357. The village spans a total geographical area of 700.57 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 360410. Upleta is nearest town to Chikhalia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Chikhalia
Population of Chikhalia
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhalia has a total population of about 1,519, with approximately 783 males and 736 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 172 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 681 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.93%, with male literacy at about 77.65% and female literacy near 59.65%. There are around 350 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikhalia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,519 | 783 | 736 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 681 | 360 | 321 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,047 | 608 | 439 |
| Illiterate Population | 472 | 175 | 297 |
Connectivity of Chikhalia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhalia. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhalia 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikhalia
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhalia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhalia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhalia
- Where is Chikhalia located?
- Chikhalia village is situated in Upleta Taluka, within the Rajkot district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalia?
- Chikhalia serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chikhalia?
- The pincode of Chikhalia is 360410, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikhalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhalia is 1,519, with 783 males and 736 females.
- How many households are there in Chikhalia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikhalia village has a total of 350 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikhalia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhalia is 68.93%. The male literacy rate is 77.65%, while the female literacy rate is 59.65%.