Chilak Village Overview
Chilak is a village in Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It lies about 70 km from Harrai tehsil headquarters and around 160 km from Chhindwara district headquarters. As per available records (2009), Chilak village functions as a Gram Panchayat.
The sections below provide essential information about Chilak 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 Chilak is 494021. The village covers a geographical area of 61.79 hectares. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Location Map of Chilak
Population & Demographics of Chilak
This section provides population and demographic details of Chilak village as per Census 2011, including gender-wise and social category-wise data.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 241 | 129 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 236 | 126 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 49 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 80 | 79 |
Key population details of Chilak village are given below:
- Chilak village is a small village with a total population of around 241, including approximately 129 males and 112 females, with a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males.
- Children aged 0–6 years form a notable share of the village population.
- 1 residents belong to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 236 residents belong to the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy level of Chilak village is low, with a literacy rate of about 34.02%.
- There are around 49 households in Chilak village.
Transport & Connectivity of Chilak
Transport facilities help residents of Chilak 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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilak
The following villages are located close to Chilak 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 Chilak
- Where is Chilak located?
- Chilak village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilak?
- Chilak is its own Gram Panchayat (as per available records from 2009).
- What is the population of Chilak?
- Chilak has a total population of 241, including 129 males and 112 females.
- How many households are there in Chilak?
- There are 49 households in Chilak.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilak?
- As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilak is 34.02%. Male literacy is 37.98% and female literacy is 29.46%.