Chilka
Chilka is a village located in Tendukheda tehsil of Narsimhapur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Tendukheda (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Narsimhapur. As per 2009 stats, Imaliya Bandha is the gram panchayat of Chilka village.
Chilka has its own place in the vibrant Narsimhapur 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 Chilka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chilka is 491463. The village spans a total geographical area of 416.66 hectares. Tendukheda is nearest town to Chilka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chilka 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 Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chilka
Population of Chilka
Below is a concise population overview of Chilka 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 | 426 | 216 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 11 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 59 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 158 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 58 | 89 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chilka village:
- The total population of Chilka village is around 426, including approximately 216 males and 210 females, with a sex ratio of 972 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Chilka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chilka village has 30 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 127 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chilka village is about 65.49%, with male literacy at 73.15% and female literacy at 57.62%.
- There are around 91 households in Chilka village.
Connectivity of Chilka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chilka. As per the 2011 stats, Chilka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chilka
Knowing the nearby villages of Chilka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chilka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chilka
- Where is Chilka located?
- Chilka village is situated in Tendukheda Tehsil, within the Narsimhapur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chilka?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chilka is Imaliya Bandha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chilka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chilka is 426, with 216 males and 210 females.
- How many households are there in Chilka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chilka village has a total of 91 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chilka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chilka is 65.49%. The male literacy rate is 73.15%, while the female literacy rate is 57.62%.