Chichkheda - Pauni, Bhandara
Chichkheda is a village situated in the Pauni tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pauni and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Chinchkheda (punarvasan) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichkheda is 537372. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.11 hectares and falls under the 441910 pincode. Pauni is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chichkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chichkheda
As per Census 2011, Chichkheda village has a total population of 449 people, consisting of 216 males and 233 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 316 literate and 133 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 203 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chichkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 449 | 216 | 233 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 96 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 316 | 172 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 44 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Chichkheda
Chichkheda is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Neri | North-West | 1.25 km |
| Pahungaon | South | 1.32 km |
| Murmadi | East | 1.59 km |
| Jambhurda | West | 1.76 km |
| Kawadsi (parsodi) | North-East | 1.77 km |
| Aawalgaon | East | 2.04 km |
| Nagtaroli | North-West | 2.23 km |
| Gaidongari | North-East | 2.32 km |
| Dongargaon | West | 2.83 km |
| Dhamangaon | South-East | 2.85 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chichkheda
Chichkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhiwapur, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauni to Chichkheda is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Chichkheda is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chichkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichkheda 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 Chichkheda
Where is Chichkheda located?
Chichkheda village is located in Pauni Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichkheda is Chinchkheda (punarvasan).
What is the pincode of Chichkheda?
The pincode of Chichkheda is 441910.
What is the population of Chichkheda?
Chichkheda has a total population of 449, including 216 males and 233 females.
How many households are there in Chichkheda?
There are 109 households in Chichkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Chichkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichkheda is 70.38%. Male literacy is 79.63% and female literacy is 61.80%.