Chikhali

Chikhali is a village located in Sadak Arjuni tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sadak-arjuni (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Chikhali village is also a gram panchayat.

Chikhali has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya 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 538153. The village spans a total geographical area of 421.28 hectares. Gondiya is nearest town to Chikhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chikhali village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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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 2,332 1,164 1,168
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 234 119 115
Scheduled Castes (SC) 347 183 164
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 834 419 415
Literate Population 1,735 948 787
Illiterate Population 597 216 381

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

  • The total population of Chikhali village is around 2,332, including approximately 1,164 males and 1,168 females, with a sex ratio of 1003 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 234 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chikhali village has 347 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 834 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chikhali village is about 74.40%, with male literacy at 81.44% and female literacy at 67.38%.
  • There are around 530 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhali

Where is Chikhali located?
Chikhali village is situated in Sadak Arjuni Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhali?
Chikhali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhali is 2,332, with 1,164 males and 1,168 females.
How many households are there in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhali village has a total of 530 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhali is 74.40%. The male literacy rate is 81.44%, while the female literacy rate is 67.38%.