Chikna
Chikna is a village located in Kamptee tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Kamptee (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Chikna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chikna unique in its vibrant Kamptee-Nagpur region. You’ll see Chikna’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chikna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikna is 535797. The village spans a total geographical area of 364.36 hectares. Nagpur is nearest town to Chikna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikna 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 Kamthi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Ramtek Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikna
Population of Chikna
According to the 2011 Census, Chikna has a total population of about 657, with approximately 347 males and 310 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 74 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 43 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.49%, with male literacy at about 70.61% and female literacy near 66.13%. There are around 132 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 657 | 347 | 310 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 43 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 450 | 245 | 205 |
Illiterate Population | 207 | 102 | 105 |
Connectivity of Chikna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikna. As per the 2011 stats, Chikna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikna
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikna
- Where is Chikna located?
- Chikna village is situated in Kamptee Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikna?
- Chikna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikna is 657, with 347 males and 310 females.
- How many households are there in Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikna village has a total of 132 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikna is 68.49%. The male literacy rate is 70.61%, while the female literacy rate is 66.13%.