Chikhla
Chikhla is a village located in Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Harrai (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Budhaina Bhond is the gram panchayat of Chikhla village.
Here you can discover what makes Chikhla unique in its vibrant Harrai-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Chikhla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chikhla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhla is 494129. The village spans a total geographical area of 1203.75 hectares. Harrai is nearest town to Chikhla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Chikhla
Population of Chikhla
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhla has a total population of about 508, with approximately 249 males and 259 females. The sex ratio is around 1040 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 85 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 499. The overall literacy rate is approximately 24.21%, with male literacy at about 30.92% and female literacy near 17.76%. There are around 107 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikhla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 508 | 249 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 243 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 77 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 172 | 213 |
Connectivity of Chikhla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhla. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikhla
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhla
- Where is Chikhla located?
- Chikhla village is situated in Harrai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikhla?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikhla is Budhaina Bhond (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chikhla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhla is 508, with 249 males and 259 females.
- How many households are there in Chikhla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikhla village has a total of 107 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikhla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhla is 24.21%. The male literacy rate is 30.92%, while the female literacy rate is 17.76%.