Chikhali (E) - Kinwat, Nanded
Chikhali (E) is a village situated in the Kinwat tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kinwat and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Chikhali (E) village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhali (E) is 544371. The village covers a total geographical area of 1204.57 hectares and falls under the 431803 pincode. Kinwat is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chikhali (E) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kinwat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hingoli Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhali (E)
As per Census 2011, Chikhali (E) village has a total population of 690 people, consisting of 332 males and 358 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 323 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 453 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhali (E) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 690 | 332 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 41 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 453 | 214 | 239 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 217 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 323 | 115 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhali (E)
Chikhali (E) is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chikhali (E)
Public transport in the Chikhali (E) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chikhali (E).
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kinwat to Chikhali (E) is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Chikhali (E) is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhali (E)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhali (E) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chikhali (E)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhali (E) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikhali (E)
Where is Chikhali (E) located?
Chikhali (E) village is located in Kinwat Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhali (E)?
Chikhali (E) is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikhali (E)?
The pincode of Chikhali (E) is 431803.
What is the population of Chikhali (E)?
Chikhali (E) has a total population of 690, including 332 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Chikhali (E)?
There are 158 households in Chikhali (E).
What is the literacy rate in Chikhali (E)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhali (E) is 53.19%. Male literacy is 65.36% and female literacy is 41.90%.