Chikatalai - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Chikatalai is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Devalikhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikatalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikatalai is 505633. The village covers a total geographical area of 560.69 hectares and falls under the 450051 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chikatalai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikatalai
As per Census 2011, Chikatalai village has a total population of 1,602 people, consisting of 814 males and 788 females. The village has 303 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 374 literate and 1,228 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,504 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikatalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,602 | 814 | 788 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 161 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,504 | 759 | 745 |
| Literate Population | 374 | 227 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,228 | 587 | 641 |
Nearby Villages of Chikatalai
Chikatalai 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 Chikatalai
Chikatalai 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Chikatalai is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikatalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikatalai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikatalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikatalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chikatalai
Where is Chikatalai located?
Chikatalai village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikatalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikatalai is Devalikhurd.
What is the pincode of Chikatalai?
The pincode of Chikatalai is 450051.
What is the population of Chikatalai?
Chikatalai has a total population of 1,602, including 814 males and 788 females.
How many households are there in Chikatalai?
There are 303 households in Chikatalai.
What is the literacy rate in Chikatalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikatalai is 23.35%. Male literacy is 27.89% and female literacy is 18.65%.