Chichagaon - Khairlanji, Balaghat
Chichagaon is a village situated in the Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khairlanji and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Satona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichagaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichagaon is 497536. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.08 hectares and falls under the 481335 pincode. Waraseoni is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chichagaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Waraseoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chichagaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chichagaon village had a total population of 817 people, including 419 males and 398 females, living in 204 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.69%, with male literacy at 90.50% and female literacy at 68.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 114, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 40.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 817 | 419 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 114 | 58 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 324 | 233 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 95 | 165 |
Nearby Villages of Chichagaon
Chichagaon is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chichagaon
Public transport in the Chichagaon is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chichagaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Waraseoni to Chichagaon is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Chichagaon is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichagaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichagaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chichagaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichagaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chichagaon
Where is Chichagaon located?
Chichagaon village is located in Khairlanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chichagaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichagaon is Satona.
What is the pincode of Chichagaon?
The pincode of Chichagaon is 481335.
What is the population of Chichagaon?
Chichagaon had a total population of 817, including 419 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Chichagaon?
Chichagaon had 204 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichagaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichagaon was 79.69%. Male literacy was 90.50% and female literacy was 68.33%.