Chicholi - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Chicholi is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 81 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Sonpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chicholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chicholi is 495473. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.2 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Sausar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chicholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chicholi
According to the 2011 Census, Chicholi village had a total population of 289 people, including 142 males and 147 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.76%, with male literacy at 68.85% and female literacy at 52.17%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 283.
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 | 289 | 142 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 20 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 283 | 141 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 84 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 58 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Chicholi
Chicholi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonakhari | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Baregaon | East | 2.02 km |
| Sonpur | South | 2.31 km |
| Jaitpur | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Dhanegaon | East | 2.62 km |
| Madkasur | West | 2.87 km |
| Jamalapani (viran) | South-East | 2.92 km |
| Torani | West | 3.49 km |
| Chandkapur | South-East | 3.57 km |
| Dahoda | East | 3.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chicholi
Chicholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhimalgondi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sausar to Chicholi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Chicholi is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chicholi
Where is Chicholi located?
Chicholi village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chicholi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chicholi is Sonpur.
What is the pincode of Chicholi?
The pincode of Chicholi is 480111.
What is the population of Chicholi?
Chicholi had a total population of 289, including 142 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Chicholi?
Chicholi had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chicholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chicholi was 60.76%. Male literacy was 68.85% and female literacy was 52.17%.