Chichala - Barwaha, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chichala is a village situated in the Barwaha tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barwaha and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ramana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichala is 476644. The village covers a total geographical area of 173.39 hectares and falls under the 451115 pincode. Barwaha is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chichala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Maheshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chichala
According to the 2011 Census, Chichala village had a total population of 524 people, including 276 males and 248 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.61%, with male literacy at 79.34% and female literacy at 54.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 276 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 192 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 213 | 84 | 129 |
Nearby Villages of Chichala
Chichala 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 Chichala
Chichala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chichala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barwaha to Chichala is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Chichala is about 82 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 Chichala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichala 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chichala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chichala
Where is Chichala located?
Chichala village is located in Barwaha Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chichala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichala is Ramana.
What is the pincode of Chichala?
The pincode of Chichala is 451115.
What is the population of Chichala?
Chichala had a total population of 524, including 276 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Chichala?
Chichala had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichala was 67.61%. Male literacy was 79.34% and female literacy was 54.59%.