Chikni - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Chikni is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Khatai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikni is 503466. The village covers a total geographical area of 360.34 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Morva is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chikni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikni
As per Census 2011, Chikni village has a total population of 1,077 people, consisting of 557 males and 520 females. The village has 212 households and a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males. There are 178 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 401 literate and 676 illiterate residents. Additionally, 30 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 393 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,077 | 557 | 520 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 191 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 232 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 676 | 325 | 351 |
Nearby Villages of Chikni
Chikni 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 Chikni
Chikni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Morva to Chikni is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Singrauli to Chikni is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikni 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikni
Where is Chikni located?
Chikni village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikni is Khatai.
What is the pincode of Chikni?
The pincode of Chikni is 486882.
What is the population of Chikni?
Chikni has a total population of 1,077, including 557 males and 520 females.
How many households are there in Chikni?
There are 212 households in Chikni.
What is the literacy rate in Chikni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikni is 37.23%. Male literacy is 41.65% and female literacy is 32.50%.