Chikhli Khadka - Songadh, Tapi
Chikhli Khadka is a village situated in the Songadh taluka of Tapi district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songadh and around 6 km from the district headquarters in Vyara. Chikhli Khadka village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhli Khadka is 524624. The village covers a total geographical area of 288.68 hectares and falls under the 394650 pincode. Vyara is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chikhli Khadka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nizar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bardoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhli Khadka
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhli Khadka village had a total population of 1,251 people, including 629 males and 622 females, living in 285 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.58%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 60.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,189.
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 | 1,251 | 629 | 622 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,189 | 600 | 589 |
| Literate Population | 821 | 477 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 430 | 152 | 278 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhli Khadka
Chikhli Khadka 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 Khadka
Chikhli Khadka is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vyara to Chikhli Khadka is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhli Khadka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhli Khadka 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 Khadka
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 Khadka village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikhli Khadka
Where is Chikhli Khadka located?
Chikhli Khadka village is located in Songadh Taluka, Tapi district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhli Khadka?
Chikhli Khadka is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikhli Khadka?
The pincode of Chikhli Khadka is 394650.
What is the population of Chikhli Khadka?
Chikhli Khadka had a total population of 1,251, including 629 males and 622 females.
How many households are there in Chikhli Khadka?
Chikhli Khadka had 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhli Khadka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhli Khadka was 71.58%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 60.25%.