Chunkhadi - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Chunkhadi is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 85 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 140 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Khadimal serves as the Village Panchayat for Chunkhadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunkhadi is 531627. The village covers a total geographical area of 394 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Achalpur is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Chunkhadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chunkhadi
According to the 2011 Census, Chunkhadi village had a total population of 657 people, including 307 males and 350 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,140 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.04%, with male literacy at 91.41% and female literacy at 64.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 652.
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 | 657 | 307 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 51 | 66 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 305 | 347 |
| Literate Population | 416 | 234 | 182 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 73 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Chunkhadi
Chunkhadi 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 Chunkhadi
Chunkhadi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Achalpur to Chunkhadi is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Chunkhadi is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunkhadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunkhadi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chunkhadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunkhadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chunkhadi
Where is Chunkhadi located?
Chunkhadi village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chunkhadi?
The Village Panchayat of Chunkhadi is Khadimal.
What is the pincode of Chunkhadi?
The pincode of Chunkhadi is 444807.
What is the population of Chunkhadi?
Chunkhadi had a total population of 657, including 307 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Chunkhadi?
Chunkhadi had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunkhadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunkhadi was 77.04%. Male literacy was 91.41% and female literacy was 64.08%.