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
As per Census 2011, Chicholi village has a total population of 792 people, consisting of 391 males and 401 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 101 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 507 literate and 285 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chicholi are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 792, including 391 males and 401 females.
How many households are there in Chicholi?
There are 199 households in Chicholi.
What is the literacy rate in Chicholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chicholi is 64.02%. Male literacy is 70.33% and female literacy is 57.86%.