Chinchani - Chikodi, Belagavi
Chinchani is a village situated in the Chikodi taluka of Belagavi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 6 km from Chikodi and around 80 km from Belgaum. Chinchani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chinchani is 597214. The village covers a total geographical area of 1841.27 hectares and falls under the 591287 pincode. Chikodi is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Chinchani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chikkodi-Sadalga Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chinchani
As per Census 2011, Chinchani village has a total population of 4,483 people, consisting of 2,297 males and 2,186 females. The village has 988 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 510 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,887 literate and 1,596 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,032 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 95 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chinchani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,483 | 2,297 | 2,186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 510 | 272 | 238 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,032 | 542 | 490 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 95 | 53 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 2,887 | 1,672 | 1,215 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,596 | 625 | 971 |
Nearby Villages of Chinchani
Chinchani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kuppanawadi | West | 2.31 km |
| Handyanwadi | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Kothali | West | 3.33 km |
| Girgaon | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Chikodi (rural) | East | 4.06 km |
| Toranahalli | South | 4.41 km |
| Kuthali | West | 4.52 km |
| Jainapur | South | 4.93 km |
| Sankanwadi | North-West | 5.35 km |
| Shirgaon | North | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chinchani
Chinchani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chikodi Road, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 29.5 km.
| 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 Chikodi to Chinchani is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Belgaum to Chinchani is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chinchani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chinchani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chinchani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chinchani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chinchani
Where is Chinchani located?
Chinchani village is located in Chikodi Taluka, Belagavi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chinchani?
Chinchani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chinchani?
The pincode of Chinchani is 591287.
What is the population of Chinchani?
Chinchani has a total population of 4,483, including 2,297 males and 2,186 females.
How many households are there in Chinchani?
There are 988 households in Chinchani.
What is the literacy rate in Chinchani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chinchani is 64.40%. Male literacy is 72.79% and female literacy is 55.58%.