Chikhalwas
Chikhalwas is a village located in Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Bhikangaon (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Khargone. As per 2009 stats, Palasi is the gram panchayat of Chikhalwas village.
Chikhalwas has its own place in the vibrant Khargone 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 Chikhalwas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhalwas is 477487. The village spans a total geographical area of 1044.05 hectares. Bhikangaon is nearest town to Chikhalwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikhalwas village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikhalwas
Population of Chikhalwas
Below is a concise population overview of Chikhalwas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 1,547 | 792 | 755 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 157 | 143 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,217 | 620 | 597 |
Literate Population | 740 | 440 | 300 |
Illiterate Population | 807 | 352 | 455 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikhalwas village:
- The total population of Chikhalwas village is around 1,547, including approximately 792 males and 755 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 300 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhalwas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikhalwas village has 29 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,217 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikhalwas village is about 47.83%, with male literacy at 55.56% and female literacy at 39.74%.
- There are around 312 households in Chikhalwas village.
Connectivity of Chikhalwas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhalwas. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhalwas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikhalwas
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhalwas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhalwas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhalwas
- Where is Chikhalwas located?
- Chikhalwas village is situated in Bhikangaon Tehsil, within the Khargone district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalwas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikhalwas is Palasi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chikhalwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhalwas is 1,547, with 792 males and 755 females.
- How many households are there in Chikhalwas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikhalwas village has a total of 312 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikhalwas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhalwas is 47.83%. The male literacy rate is 55.56%, while the female literacy rate is 39.74%.