Chikanal
Chikanal is a village located in Hungund taluka of Bagalkot district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Hungund (tehsildar office) and 53km away from district headquarter Bagalkot. As per 2009 stats, Chikkanal is the gram panchayat of Chikanal village.
Chikanal has its own place in the vibrant Bagalkot 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 Chikanal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikanal is 598897. The village spans a total geographical area of 860.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 587202. Hungund is nearest town to Chikanal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
Google Map of Chikanal
Population of Chikanal
Below is a concise population overview of Chikanal 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 | 2,203 | 1,144 | 1,059 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 179 | 155 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 81 | 65 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 209 | 106 | 103 |
Literate Population | 1,101 | 692 | 409 |
Illiterate Population | 1,102 | 452 | 650 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikanal village:
- The total population of Chikanal village is around 2,203, including approximately 1,144 males and 1,059 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 334 children aged 0–6 years in Chikanal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikanal village has 146 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 209 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikanal village is about 49.98%, with male literacy at 60.49% and female literacy at 38.62%.
- There are around 382 households in Chikanal village.
Connectivity of Chikanal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikanal. As per the 2011 stats, Chikanal 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 village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikanal
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikanal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikanal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikanal
- Where is Chikanal located?
- Chikanal village is situated in Hungund Taluka, within the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikanal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikanal is Chikkanal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chikanal?
- The pincode of Chikanal is 587202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikanal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikanal is 2,203, with 1,144 males and 1,059 females.
- How many households are there in Chikanal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikanal village has a total of 382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikanal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikanal is 49.98%. The male literacy rate is 60.49%, while the female literacy rate is 38.62%.