Chikhalwas
About Chikhalwas
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikhalwas village is 477487. Chikhalwas village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1044.05 hectares. Chikhalwas has a total population of 1,547 peoples, out of which male population is 792 while female population is 755. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 953 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikhalwas village is 47.83% out of which 55.56% males and 39.74% females are literate. There are about 312 houses in chikhalwas village.
When it comes to administration, Chikhalwas village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chikhalwas village comes under Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha constituency & Khandwa Lok Sabha constituency. Bhikangaon is nearest town to chikhalwas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Chikhalwas
The population details of Chikhalwas cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,547 | 792 | 755 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 300 | 157 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,217 | 620 | 597 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 440 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 352 | 455 |
Connectivity of Chikhalwas
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 |
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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%.