Chilak
Chilak is a village located in Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from sub-district headquarter Harrai (tehsildar office) and 160km away from district headquarter Chhindwara. As per 2009 stats, Chilak village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chilak unique in its vibrant Harrai-Chhindwara region. You’ll see Chilak’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 Chilak
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilak is 494021. The village spans a total geographical area of 61.79 hectares. Harrai is nearest town to Chilak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 70km away.
Google Map of Chilak
Population of Chilak
According to the 2011 Census, Chilak has a total population of about 241, with approximately 129 males and 112 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 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 236. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.02%, with male literacy at about 37.98% and female literacy near 29.46%. There are around 49 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chilak's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Connectivity of Chilak
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilak. As per the 2011 stats, Chilak had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilak helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilak.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilak
- Where is Chilak located?
- Chilak village is situated in Harrai Tehsil, within the Chhindwara district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilak?
- Chilak serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chilak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilak is 241, with 129 males and 112 females.
- How many households are there in Chilak as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilak village has a total of 49 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilak as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilak is 34.02%. The male literacy rate is 37.98%, while the female literacy rate is 29.46%.