Chinchani
Chinchani is a village located in Chikodi taluka of Belgaum district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Chikodi (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Belgaum. As per 2009 stats, Chinchani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chinchani unique in its vibrant Chikodi-Belgaum region. You’ll see Chinchani’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chinchani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chinchani is 597214. The village spans a total geographical area of 1841.27 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 591287. Chikodi is nearest town to Chinchani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chinchani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Chikkodi-Sadalga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chikkodi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chinchani
Population of Chinchani
According to the 2011 Census, Chinchani has a total population of about 4,483, with approximately 2,297 males and 2,186 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 510 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,032 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 95. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.40%, with male literacy at about 72.79% and female literacy near 55.58%. There are around 988 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chinchani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Chinchani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chinchani. As per the 2011 stats, Chinchani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chinchani
Knowing the nearby villages of Chinchani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chinchani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chinchani
- Where is Chinchani located?
- Chinchani village is situated in Chikodi Taluka, within the Belgaum district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chinchani?
- Chinchani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chinchani?
- The pincode of Chinchani is 591287, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chinchani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chinchani is 4,483, with 2,297 males and 2,186 females.
- How many households are there in Chinchani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chinchani village has a total of 988 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chinchani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chinchani is 64.40%. The male literacy rate is 72.79%, while the female literacy rate is 55.58%.