Chicholi - Mauda, Nagpur
Chicholi is a village situated in the Mauda tehsil of Nagpur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mauda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Nagpur. Chicholi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chicholi is 535689. The village covers a total geographical area of 408.01 hectares and falls under the 441104 pincode. Bhandara is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chicholi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kamthi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ramtek Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chicholi
As per Census 2011, Chicholi village has a total population of 1,116 people, consisting of 590 males and 526 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 891 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 795 literate and 321 illiterate residents. Additionally, 119 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chicholi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,116 | 590 | 526 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 68 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 795 | 464 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 321 | 126 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Chicholi
Chicholi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Borgaon | South-West | 1.63 km |
| Bhamewada(rithi) | West | 1.85 km |
| Mahadula | South-East | 1.95 km |
| Dhanla | North | 2.36 km |
| Singori (marodi) | South-West | 2.67 km |
| Marodi | South-West | 3.74 km |
| Kharadi | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Bhowari | East | 4.40 km |
| Kharbi | South-East | 4.43 km |
| Mohadi | South | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chicholi
Chicholi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Rewral, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhandara to Chicholi is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nagpur to Chicholi is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chicholi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chicholi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chicholi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chicholi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chicholi
Where is Chicholi located?
Chicholi village is located in Mauda Tehsil, Nagpur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chicholi?
Chicholi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chicholi?
The pincode of Chicholi is 441104.
What is the population of Chicholi?
Chicholi has a total population of 1,116, including 590 males and 526 females.
How many households are there in Chicholi?
There are 253 households in Chicholi.
What is the literacy rate in Chicholi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chicholi is 71.24%. Male literacy is 78.64% and female literacy is 62.93%.