Chikhalgaon
About Chikhalgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikhalgaon village is 540739. Chikhalgaon village is located in Brahmapuri tehsil of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Brahmapuri (tehsildar office) and 133km away from district headquarter Chandrapur. As per 2009 stats, Chikhalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 284.09 hectares. Chikhalgaon has a total population of 2,012 peoples, out of which male population is 1,019 while female population is 993. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 974 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikhalgaon village is 63.77% out of which 71.64% males and 55.69% females are literate. There are about 471 houses in chikhalgaon village.
When it comes to administration, Chikhalgaon 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, Chikhalgaon village comes under Brahmapuri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Gadchiroli-Chimur Lok Sabha constituency. Brahmapuri is nearest town to chikhalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
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Population of Chikhalgaon
The population details of Chikhalgaon 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 | 2,012 | 1,019 | 993 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 244 | 117 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 67 | 36 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,283 | 730 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 729 | 289 | 440 |
Connectivity of Chikhalgaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhalgaon
Where is Chikhalgaon located?
Chikhalgaon village is situated in Brahmapuri Tehsil, within the Chandrapur district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalgaon?
Chikhalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Chikhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhalgaon is 2,012, with 1,019 males and 993 females.
How many households are there in Chikhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhalgaon village has a total of 471 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhalgaon is 63.77%. The male literacy rate is 71.64%, while the female literacy rate is 55.69%.