Teri Chikhli - Kaprada, Valsad
Teri Chikhli is a village situated in the Kaprada taluka of Valsad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaprada and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Valsad. Teri Chikhli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teri Chikhli is 523614. The village covers a total geographical area of 981.48 hectares and falls under the 396067 pincode. Selvas is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Teri 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 Kaprada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Valsad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Teri Chikhli
According to the 2011 Census, Teri Chikhli village had a total population of 2,585 people, including 1,319 males and 1,266 females, living in 399 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 25.75%, with male literacy at 28.14% and female literacy at 23.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,581.
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 | 2,585 | 1,319 | 1,266 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 655 | 356 | 299 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,581 | 1,315 | 1,266 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 271 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,088 | 1,048 | 1,040 |
Nearby Villages of Teri Chikhli
Teri 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 Teri Chikhli
Teri Chikhli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Selvas to Teri Chikhli is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Valsad to Teri Chikhli is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teri Chikhli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teri 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 Teri 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 Teri Chikhli 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Teri Chikhli
Where is Teri Chikhli located?
Teri Chikhli village is located in Kaprada Taluka, Valsad district, Gujarat, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Teri Chikhli?
Teri Chikhli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Teri Chikhli?
The pincode of Teri Chikhli is 396067.
What is the population of Teri Chikhli?
Teri Chikhli had a total population of 2,585, including 1,319 males and 1,266 females.
How many households are there in Teri Chikhli?
Teri Chikhli had 399 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teri Chikhli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teri Chikhli was 25.75%. Male literacy was 28.14% and female literacy was 23.37%.