Chikna

Chikna is a village located in Lakhandur tehsil of Bhandara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Lakhandur (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Bhandara. As per 2009 stats, Chikna village is also a gram panchayat.

Chikna has its own place in the vibrant Bhandara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chikna

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikna is 537469. The village spans a total geographical area of 309.52 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Chikna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

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Population of Chikna

Below is a concise population overview of Chikna as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 563 289 274
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 62 28 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 157 84 73
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 31 19 12
Literate Population 380 217 163
Illiterate Population 183 72 111

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikna village:

  • The total population of Chikna village is around 563, including approximately 289 males and 274 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 62 children aged 0–6 years in Chikna village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chikna village has 157 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 31 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chikna village is about 67.50%, with male literacy at 75.09% and female literacy at 59.49%.
  • There are around 133 households in Chikna village.

Connectivity of Chikna

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikna. As per the 2011 stats, Chikna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chikna

Knowing the nearby villages of Chikna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikna.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chikna

Where is Chikna located?
Chikna village is situated in Lakhandur Tehsil, within the Bhandara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikna?
Chikna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikna is 563, with 289 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikna village has a total of 133 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikna is 67.50%. The male literacy rate is 75.09%, while the female literacy rate is 59.49%.