Chichgaon - Lakhandur, Bhandara
Chichgaon is a village situated in the Lakhandur tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhandur and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Kanhalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichgaon is 537499. The village covers a total geographical area of 236.68 hectares and falls under the 441803 pincode. Desaiganj is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chichgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chichgaon
As per Census 2011, Chichgaon village has a total population of 420 people, consisting of 225 males and 195 females. The village has 112 households and a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 290 literate and 130 illiterate residents. Additionally, 122 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 61 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chichgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | 225 | 195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 165 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 60 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Chichgaon
Chichgaon 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 Chichgaon
Chichgaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. Chichgaon has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Desaiganj to Chichgaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Chichgaon is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chichgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichgaon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chichgaon
Where is Chichgaon located?
Chichgaon village is located in Lakhandur Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichgaon is Kanhalgaon.
What is the pincode of Chichgaon?
The pincode of Chichgaon is 441803.
What is the population of Chichgaon?
Chichgaon has a total population of 420, including 225 males and 195 females.
How many households are there in Chichgaon?
There are 112 households in Chichgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chichgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichgaon is 69.05%. Male literacy is 73.33% and female literacy is 64.10%.