Chikana
Chikana is a village located in Nagpur Rural tehsil of Nagpur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Nagpur (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Nagpur. As per 2009 stats, Chikna is the gram panchayat of Chikana village.
Chikana has its own place in the vibrant Nagpur 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 Chikana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikana is 535888. The village spans a total geographical area of 355.48 hectares. Nagpur is nearest town to Chikana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikana 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 Chikana
Population of Chikana
Below is a concise population overview of Chikana 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 | 1,131 | 572 | 559 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 87 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 814 | 426 | 388 |
| Illiterate Population | 317 | 146 | 171 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikana village:
- The total population of Chikana village is around 1,131, including approximately 572 males and 559 females, with a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 162 children aged 0–6 years in Chikana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikana village has 125 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 25 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikana village is about 71.97%, with male literacy at 74.48% and female literacy at 69.41%.
- There are around 237 households in Chikana village.
Connectivity of Chikana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikana. As per the 2011 stats, Chikana 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikana
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikana
- Where is Chikana located?
- Chikana village is situated in Nagpur Rural Tehsil, within the Nagpur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikana?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikana is Chikna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chikana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikana is 1,131, with 572 males and 559 females.
- How many households are there in Chikana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikana village has a total of 237 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikana is 71.97%. The male literacy rate is 74.48%, while the female literacy rate is 69.41%.