Chikhalamali Village Overview
Chikhalamali is a village in Lanji tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It lies about 21 km from Lanji tehsil headquarters and around 50 km from Balaghat district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Chikhalamali village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Chikhalamali village, including population details, literacy levels, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local administration, nearby villages, and transport connectivity.
Village Location & Administration
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhalamali is 498476. The village covers a geographical area of 340.19 hectares. Lanji is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Location Map of Chikhalamali
Population & Demographics of Chikhalamali
This section provides population and demographic details of Chikhalamali village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,362 | 683 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 77 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 48 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 259 | 127 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 1,005 | 557 | 448 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 126 | 231 |
Key population details of Chikhalamali village are given below:
- Chikhalamali village is a moderately populated village with a total population of around 1,362, including approximately 683 males and 679 females, with a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males.
- The number of children aged 0–6 years in the village is relatively low.
- 93 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 259 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Chikhalamali village is good, with a literacy rate of about 73.79%.
- There are around 267 households in Chikhalamali village.
Transport & Connectivity of Chikhalamali
Transport facilities help residents of Chikhalamali village travel to nearby towns for work, education, healthcare, and daily needs. The village has access to public bus service, private bus service and a railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikhalamali
The following villages are located close to Chikhalamali and form part of its surrounding area. These nearby villages are commonly connected through local roads and are part of the day-to-day movement for residents.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhalamali
- Where is Chikhalamali located?
- Chikhalamali village is located in Lanji Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalamali?
- Chikhalamali is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Chikhalamali?
- Chikhalamali has a total population of 1,362, including 683 males and 679 females.
- How many households are there in Chikhalamali?
- There are 267 households in Chikhalamali.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikhalamali?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhalamali is 73.79%. Male literacy is 81.55% and female literacy is 65.98%.