Chikhurda
Chikhurda is a village located in Latur tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Latur (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Chikhurda village is also a gram panchayat.
Chikhurda has its own place in the vibrant Latur 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 Chikhurda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhurda is 560145. The village spans a total geographical area of 984 hectares. Latur is nearest town to Chikhurda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikhurda 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 Latur Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikhurda
Population of Chikhurda
Below is a concise population overview of Chikhurda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,380 | 1,224 | 1,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 378 | 195 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 477 | 252 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 826 | 601 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 398 | 555 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikhurda village:
- The total population of Chikhurda village is around 2,380, including approximately 1,224 males and 1,156 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 378 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhurda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikhurda village has 477 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikhurda village is about 59.96%, with male literacy at 67.48% and female literacy at 51.99%.
- There are around 411 households in Chikhurda village.
Connectivity of Chikhurda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhurda. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhurda 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikhurda
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhurda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhurda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhurda
- Where is Chikhurda located?
- Chikhurda village is situated in Latur Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikhurda?
- Chikhurda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chikhurda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhurda is 2,380, with 1,224 males and 1,156 females.
- How many households are there in Chikhurda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikhurda village has a total of 411 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikhurda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhurda is 59.96%. The male literacy rate is 67.48%, while the female literacy rate is 51.99%.