Chichalay - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chichalay is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Katkur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichalay village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichalay is 477138. The village covers a total geographical area of 839.14 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chichalay village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chichalay
As per Census 2011, Chichalay village has a total population of 816 people, consisting of 429 males and 387 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 463 literate and 353 illiterate residents. Additionally, 424 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chichalay are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 816 | 429 | 387 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 424 | 219 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 463 | 303 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 353 | 126 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Chichalay
Chichalay 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 Chichalay
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chichalay.
| 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 Kasrawad to Chichalay is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Chichalay is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichalay
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichalay village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chichalay
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichalay 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chichalay
Where is Chichalay located?
Chichalay village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichalay?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichalay is Katkur.
What is the pincode of Chichalay?
The pincode of Chichalay is 451228.
What is the population of Chichalay?
Chichalay has a total population of 816, including 429 males and 387 females.
How many households are there in Chichalay?
There are 166 households in Chichalay.
What is the literacy rate in Chichalay?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichalay is 56.74%. Male literacy is 70.63% and female literacy is 41.34%.