Chikhali

Chikhali is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Bithli U is the gram panchayat of Chikhali village.

Chikhali has its own place in the vibrant Balaghat 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 Chikhali

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhali is 498048. The village spans a total geographical area of 759.32 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Chikhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chikhali 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 Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chikhali

Below is a concise population overview of Chikhali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 537 269 268
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 118 70 48
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 509 253 256
Literate Population 177 98 79
Illiterate Population 360 171 189

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikhali village:

  • The total population of Chikhali village is around 537, including approximately 269 males and 268 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 118 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chikhali village has 509 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chikhali village is about 32.96%, with male literacy at 36.43% and female literacy at 29.48%.
  • There are around 93 households in Chikhali village.

Connectivity of Chikhali

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhali. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhali had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chikhali

Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhali.

Adori Kundekasa Kodbirkona Korka Ghummur Dulhapur Batranga Bori Bondari Murum Murkuta

Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhali

Where is Chikhali located?
Chikhali village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhali is Bithli U (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhali is 537, with 269 males and 268 females.
How many households are there in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhali village has a total of 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhali is 32.96%. The male literacy rate is 36.43%, while the female literacy rate is 29.48%.