Chikhala
About Chikhala
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikhala village is 529517. Chikhala village is located in Lonar tehsil of Buldana district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Lonar (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Buldana. As per 2009 stats, Chikhala village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 705.68 hectares. Chikhala has a total population of 1,575 peoples, out of which male population is 825 while female population is 750. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 909 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikhala village is 67.30% out of which 75.15% males and 58.67% females are literate. There are about 363 houses in chikhala village. Pincode of chikhala village locality is 443301.
When it comes to administration, Chikhala village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chikhala village comes under Sindkhed Raja Vidhan Sabha constituency & Buldhana Lok Sabha constituency. Lonar is nearest town to chikhala village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Chikhala
The population details of Chikhala cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,575 | 825 | 750 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 283 | 149 | 134 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,060 | 620 | 440 |
| Illiterate Population | 515 | 205 | 310 |
Connectivity of Chikhala
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhala
Where is Chikhala located?
Chikhala village is situated in Lonar Tehsil, within the Buldana district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhala?
Chikhala serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chikhala?
The pincode of Chikhala is 443301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikhala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhala is 1,575, with 825 males and 750 females.
How many households are there in Chikhala as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhala village has a total of 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhala as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhala is 67.30%. The male literacy rate is 75.15%, while the female literacy rate is 58.67%.