Chikhalya
Chikhalya is a village located in Nepanagar tehsil of Burhanpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Nepanagar (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Burhanpur. As per 2009 stats, Boribujurg is the gram panchayat of Chikhalya village.
Chikhalya has its own place in the vibrant Burhanpur 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 Chikhalya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhalya is 506388. The village spans a total geographical area of 105.82 hectares. Burhanpur is nearest town to Chikhalya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikhalya 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 Nepanagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikhalya
Population of Chikhalya
Below is a concise population overview of Chikhalya as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,146 | 577 | 569 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 123 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,136 | 573 | 563 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 178 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 844 | 399 | 445 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikhalya village:
- The total population of Chikhalya village is around 1,146, including approximately 577 males and 569 females, with a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 249 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhalya village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikhalya village has 10 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,136 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikhalya village is about 26.35%, with male literacy at 30.85% and female literacy at 21.79%.
- There are around 189 households in Chikhalya village.
Connectivity of Chikhalya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhalya. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhalya had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikhalya
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhalya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhalya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhalya
- Where is Chikhalya located?
- Chikhalya village is situated in Nepanagar Tehsil, within the Burhanpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikhalya is Boribujurg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chikhalya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhalya is 1,146, with 577 males and 569 females.
- How many households are there in Chikhalya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikhalya village has a total of 189 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikhalya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhalya is 26.35%. The male literacy rate is 30.85%, while the female literacy rate is 21.79%.