Chikyala - Sironcha, Gadchiroli
Chikyala is a village situated in the Sironcha tehsil of Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sironcha and around 210 km from the district headquarters in Gadchiroli. Parsewada serves as the Village Panchayat for Chikyala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikyala is 540011. The village covers a total geographical area of 222 hectares and falls under the 442504 pincode. Ballarpur is the nearest town, located about 185 km away.
Chikyala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chikyala
According to the 2011 Census, Chikyala village had a total population of 208 people, including 106 males and 102 females, living in 62 households. The sex ratio was 962 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.37%, with male literacy at 55.79% and female literacy at 38.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 118 | 53 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Chikyala
Chikyala 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 Chikyala
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chikyala.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ballarpur to Chikyala is about 185 km, with a usual travel time of around ~5.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gadchiroli to Chikyala is about 210 km, with the usual travel time around ~6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikyala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikyala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikyala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikyala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikyala
Where is Chikyala located?
Chikyala village is located in Sironcha Tehsil, Gadchiroli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chikyala?
The Village Panchayat of Chikyala is Parsewada.
What is the pincode of Chikyala?
The pincode of Chikyala is 442504.
What is the population of Chikyala?
Chikyala had a total population of 208, including 106 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Chikyala?
Chikyala had 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikyala was 47.37%. Male literacy was 55.79% and female literacy was 38.95%.