Chickhanchinal - Bilgi, Bagalkote
Chickhanchinal is a village situated in the Bilgi taluka of Bagalkote district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 34 km from Bilgi and around 72 km from Bagalkot. Kollur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chickhanchinal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chickhanchinal is 598477. The village covers a total geographical area of 950.82 hectares and falls under the 587117 pincode. Jamkhandi is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chickhanchinal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilgi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bagalkot Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chickhanchinal
As per Census 2011, Chickhanchinal village has a total population of 1,355 people, consisting of 681 males and 674 females. The village has 252 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 681 literate and 674 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chickhanchinal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,355 | 681 | 674 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 116 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 119 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 681 | 414 | 267 |
| Illiterate Population | 674 | 267 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Chickhanchinal
Chickhanchinal is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chowdapur | South | 1.70 km |
| Rabkavi | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Kanabur | South-East | 3.47 km |
| Linganur | West | 4.50 km |
| Mundaganur | North | 4.74 km |
| Chikka-galagali | South-East | 4.99 km |
| Shirabur | East | 5.07 km |
| Chingundi | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Galagali | South | 5.37 km |
| Babalad | North-East | 6.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chickhanchinal
Chickhanchinal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mulvad, while the nearest airport is Belgaum Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 84.8 km.
| 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 Jamkhandi to Chickhanchinal is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bagalkot to Chickhanchinal is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chickhanchinal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chickhanchinal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chickhanchinal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chickhanchinal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chickhanchinal
Where is Chickhanchinal located?
Chickhanchinal village is located in Bilgi Taluka, Bagalkote district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chickhanchinal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chickhanchinal is Kollur.
What is the pincode of Chickhanchinal?
The pincode of Chickhanchinal is 587117.
What is the population of Chickhanchinal?
Chickhanchinal has a total population of 1,355, including 681 males and 674 females.
How many households are there in Chickhanchinal?
There are 252 households in Chickhanchinal.
What is the literacy rate in Chickhanchinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chickhanchinal is 50.26%. Male literacy is 60.79% and female literacy is 39.61%.