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.

Chilak has its own place in the vibrant Chhindwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Chilak

Below is a concise population overview of Chilak as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chilak village:

  • The total population of Chilak village is around 241, including approximately 129 males and 112 females, with a sex ratio of 868 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Chilak village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chilak village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 236 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chilak village is about 34.02%, with male literacy at 37.98% and female literacy at 29.46%.
  • There are around 49 households in Chilak village.

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)
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.

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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%.