Chikhal Beed - Wadwani, Beed
Chikhal Beed is a village situated in the Wadwani tehsil of Beed district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from Wadwani and around 35 km from Bid. Chikhal Beed village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhal Beed is 559441. The village covers a total geographical area of 2937.52 hectares and falls under the 431144 pincode. Dharur is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chikhal Beed village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chikhal Beed
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhal Beed village had a total population of 4,460 people, including 2,371 males and 2,089 females, living in 868 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.92%, with male literacy at 72.28% and female literacy at 50.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 821, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 4,460 | 2,371 | 2,089 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 773 | 416 | 357 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 821 | 434 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,283 | 1,413 | 870 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,177 | 958 | 1,219 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhal Beed
Chikhal Beed 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 Chikhal Beed
Chikhal Beed 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 Dharur to Chikhal Beed is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Bid to Chikhal Beed is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhal Beed
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhal Beed village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikhal Beed
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhal Beed village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikhal Beed
Where is Chikhal Beed located?
Chikhal Beed village is located in Wadwani Tehsil, Beed district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chikhal Beed?
Chikhal Beed is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikhal Beed?
The pincode of Chikhal Beed is 431144.
What is the population of Chikhal Beed?
Chikhal Beed had a total population of 4,460, including 2,371 males and 2,089 females.
How many households are there in Chikhal Beed?
Chikhal Beed had 868 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhal Beed?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhal Beed was 61.92%. Male literacy was 72.28% and female literacy was 50.23%.