Chilhati - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Chilhati is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 125 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 175 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Hatru serves as the Village Panchayat for Chilhati village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilhati is 531613. The village covers a total geographical area of 144 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Bhaisdahi is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Chilhati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chilhati
According to the 2011 Census, Chilhati village had a total population of 472 people, including 250 males and 222 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 888 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.01%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 50.25%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 380.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 472 | 250 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 44 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 380 | 197 | 183 |
| Literate Population | 270 | 168 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 82 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Chilhati
Chilhati 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 Chilhati
Chilhati is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhaisdahi to Chilhati is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Chilhati is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilhati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilhati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chilhati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilhati village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chilhati
Where is Chilhati located?
Chilhati village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chilhati?
The Village Panchayat of Chilhati is Hatru.
What is the pincode of Chilhati?
The pincode of Chilhati is 444807.
What is the population of Chilhati?
Chilhati had a total population of 472, including 250 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Chilhati?
Chilhati had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilhati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilhati was 66.01%. Male literacy was 81.55% and female literacy was 50.25%.