Chikanya
Chikanya is a village located in Garoth tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Garoth (tehsildar office) and 116km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Chikniya is the gram panchayat of Chikanya village.
Here you can discover what makes Chikanya unique in its vibrant Garoth-Mandsaur region. You’ll see Chikanya’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chikanya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikanya is 469403. The village spans a total geographical area of 1357.09 hectares. Garoth is nearest town to Chikanya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikanya 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 Garoth Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandsour Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikanya
Population of Chikanya
According to the 2011 Census, Chikanya has a total population of about 2,349, with approximately 1,196 males and 1,153 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 342 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 213 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.98%, with male literacy at about 62.04% and female literacy near 33.39%. There are around 488 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikanya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,349 | 1,196 | 1,153 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 183 | 159 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 213 | 118 | 95 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,127 | 742 | 385 |
Illiterate Population | 1,222 | 454 | 768 |
Connectivity of Chikanya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikanya. As per the 2011 stats, Chikanya 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 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikanya
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikanya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikanya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikanya
- Where is Chikanya located?
- Chikanya village is situated in Garoth Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikanya?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikanya is Chikniya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chikanya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikanya is 2,349, with 1,196 males and 1,153 females.
- How many households are there in Chikanya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikanya village has a total of 488 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikanya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikanya is 47.98%. The male literacy rate is 62.04%, while the female literacy rate is 33.39%.