Chikkud Village Overview
Chikkud is a village in Athni tehsil of Belgaum district, Karnataka. It lies about 18 km from Athani tehsil headquarters and around 124 km from Belgaum district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Saptasagar is the Gram Panchayat for Chikkud village.
The sections below provide essential information about Chikkud village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikkud is 597308. The village covers a geographical area of 463.38 hectares and has a pincode of 591220. Athani is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Location Map of Chikkud
Population & Demographics of Chikkud
This section provides population and demographic details of Chikkud village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,229 | 631 | 598 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 78 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 105 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 784 | 463 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 445 | 168 | 277 |
Key population details of Chikkud village are given below:
- Chikkud village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,229, including approximately 631 males and 598 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 211 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy level of Chikkud village is good, with a literacy rate of about 63.79%.
- There are around 239 households in Chikkud village.
Transport & Connectivity of Chikkud
Transport facilities help residents of Chikkud village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikkud
The following villages are located close to Chikkud and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikkud
- Where is Chikkud located?
- Chikkud village is located in Athni Taluka, Belgaum district, Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikkud?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikkud is Saptasagar (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the pincode of Chikkud?
- The pincode of Chikkud is 591220.
- What is the population of Chikkud?
- Chikkud has a total population of 1,229, including 631 males and 598 females.
- How many households are there in Chikkud?
- There are 239 households in Chikkud.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikkud?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikkud is 63.79%. Male literacy is 73.38% and female literacy is 53.68%.