Chikhla - Harrai, Chhindwara
Chikhla is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Budhaina(bhond) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikhla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhla is 494129. The village covers a total geographical area of 1203.75 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Chikhla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chikhla
As per Census 2011, Chikhla village has a total population of 508 people, consisting of 249 males and 259 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 385 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 499 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 508 | 249 | 259 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 39 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 499 | 243 | 256 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 77 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 172 | 213 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhla
Chikhla 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 Chikhla
Public transport in the Chikhla is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Harrai to Chikhla is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Chikhla is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhla 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 Chikhla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhla 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 Chikhla
Where is Chikhla located?
Chikhla village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhla is Budhaina(bhond).
What is the pincode of Chikhla?
The pincode of Chikhla is 480224.
What is the population of Chikhla?
Chikhla has a total population of 508, including 249 males and 259 females.
How many households are there in Chikhla?
There are 107 households in Chikhla.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhla is 24.21%. Male literacy is 30.92% and female literacy is 17.76%.