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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Chikyala village has a total population of 208 people, consisting of 106 males and 102 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 18 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 90 literate and 118 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikyala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 208 | 106 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Chikyala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikyala is Parsewada.
What is the pincode of Chikyala?
The pincode of Chikyala is 442504.
What is the population of Chikyala?
Chikyala has a total population of 208, including 106 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Chikyala?
There are 62 households in Chikyala.
What is the literacy rate in Chikyala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikyala is 43.27%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 36.27%.