Chikali - Manawar, Dhar
Chikali is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Chikli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikali is 475622. The village covers a total geographical area of 730.94 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chikali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chikali
As per Census 2011, Chikali village has a total population of 1,295 people, consisting of 627 males and 668 females. The village has 228 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 679 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,116 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,295 | 627 | 668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 85 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,116 | 541 | 575 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 389 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 238 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Chikali
Chikali 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 Chikali
Chikali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Chikali is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Chikali is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikali
Where is Chikali located?
Chikali village is located in Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikali is Chikli.
What is the pincode of Chikali?
The pincode of Chikali is 454446.
What is the population of Chikali?
Chikali has a total population of 1,295, including 627 males and 668 females.
How many households are there in Chikali?
There are 228 households in Chikali.
What is the literacy rate in Chikali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikali is 52.43%. Male literacy is 62.04% and female literacy is 43.41%.