Chicholi - Khairlanji, Balaghat
Chicholi is a village situated in the Khairlanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khairlanji and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Kanhadgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chicholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chicholi is 497458. The village covers a total geographical area of 276.31 hectares and falls under the 481337 pincode. Waraseoni is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chicholi 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 Chicholi
According to the 2011 Census, Chicholi village had a total population of 792 people, including 391 males and 401 females, living in 199 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.37%, with male literacy at 80.17% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 792 | 391 | 401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Literate Population | 507 | 275 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 285 | 116 | 169 |
Nearby Villages of Chicholi
Chicholi 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 Chicholi
Chicholi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Waraseoni to Chicholi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Chicholi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chicholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chicholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chicholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chicholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chicholi
Where is Chicholi located?
Chicholi village is located in Khairlanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chicholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chicholi is Kanhadgaon.
What is the pincode of Chicholi?
The pincode of Chicholi is 481337.
What is the population of Chicholi?
Chicholi had a total population of 792, including 391 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Chicholi?
Chicholi had 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chicholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chicholi was 73.37%. Male literacy was 80.17% and female literacy was 66.67%.