Chicholi - Armori, Gadchiroli
Chicholi is a village situated in the Armori tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Armori and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Wadadha serves as the Village Panchayat for Chicholi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chicholi is 538606. The village covers a total geographical area of 138.06 hectares and falls under the 441217 pincode. Gadchiroli is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Chicholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chicholi
According to the 2011 Census, Chicholi village had a total population of 20 people, including 12 males and 8 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.94%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Chicholi
Chicholi 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 Chicholi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chicholi. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chicholi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadchiroli to Chicholi is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Chicholi is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chicholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chicholi 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 Chicholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chicholi 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chicholi
Where is Chicholi located?
Chicholi village is located in Armori Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chicholi?
The Village Panchayat of Chicholi is Wadadha.
What is the pincode of Chicholi?
The pincode of Chicholi is 441217.
What is the population of Chicholi?
Chicholi had a total population of 20, including 12 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Chicholi?
Chicholi had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chicholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chicholi was 52.94%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 42.86%.