Chikhli - Kurai, Seoni
Chikhli is a village situated in the Kurai tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurai and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sarasdol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikhli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhli is 497101. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.32 hectares and falls under the 480880 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chikhli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chikhli
As per Census 2011, Chikhli village has a total population of 312 people, consisting of 159 males and 153 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 232 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 21 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 312 | 159 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 16 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 79 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 135 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 24 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhli
Chikhli 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 Chikhli
Chikhli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Chikhli is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chikhli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikhli
Where is Chikhli located?
Chikhli village is located in Kurai Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhli is Sarasdol.
What is the pincode of Chikhli?
The pincode of Chikhli is 480880.
What is the population of Chikhli?
Chikhli has a total population of 312, including 159 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Chikhli?
There are 85 households in Chikhli.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhli is 74.36%. Male literacy is 84.91% and female literacy is 63.40%.