Chikhali

Chikhali is a village located in Desaiganj tehsil of Gadchiroli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Desaiganj (vadasa) (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gadchiroli. As per 2009 stats, Dongargaon H is the gram panchayat of Chikhali village.

Chikhali has its own place in the vibrant Gadchiroli 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 Chikhali

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhali is 538502. The village spans a total geographical area of 154.41 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441207. Desaiganj is nearest town to Chikhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Chikhali

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 501 240 261
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 53 27 26
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 26 15 11
Literate Population 351 191 160
Illiterate Population 150 49 101

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

  • The total population of Chikhali village is around 501, including approximately 240 males and 261 females, with a sex ratio of 1087 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 53 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chikhali village has 26 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chikhali village is about 70.06%, with male literacy at 79.58% and female literacy at 61.30%.
  • There are around 128 households in Chikhali village.

Connectivity of Chikhali

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhali. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhali 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 Chikhali

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

Usegaon Arattondi Kinhala Dongargaon Halbi Vihirgaon Chikhali Tukum Ravi Kasavi Palasgaon Nawargaon Manjewada

Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhali

Where is Chikhali located?
Chikhali village is situated in Desaiganj Tehsil, within the Gadchiroli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhali is Dongargaon H (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chikhali?
The pincode of Chikhali is 441207, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhali is 501, with 240 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhali village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhali is 70.06%. The male literacy rate is 79.58%, while the female literacy rate is 61.30%.