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.
Chikhalia has its own place in the vibrant Rajkot region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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.
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Population of Chikhalia
Below is a concise population overview of Chikhalia as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikhalia village:
- The total population of Chikhalia village is around 1,519, including approximately 783 males and 736 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 172 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhalia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikhalia village has 681 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chikhalia village is about 68.93%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 59.65%.
- There are around 350 households in Chikhalia village.
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) |
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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%.