Patoda Chikhali - Kinwat, Nanded
Patoda Chikhali is a village situated in the Kinwat tehsil of Nanded district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kinwat and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Nanded. Patoda (kh) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patoda Chikhali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patoda Chikhali is 544311. The village covers a total geographical area of 763 hectares and falls under the 431811 pincode. Kinwat is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Patoda Chikhali 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 Patoda Chikhali
As per Census 2011, Patoda Chikhali village has a total population of 2,027 people, consisting of 1,125 males and 902 females. The village has 332 households and a sex ratio of 801 females per 1,000 males. There are 206 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,401 literate and 626 illiterate residents. Additionally, 148 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,070 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Patoda Chikhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,027 | 1,125 | 902 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 206 | 115 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 77 | 71 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,070 | 582 | 488 |
| Literate Population | 1,401 | 880 | 521 |
| Illiterate Population | 626 | 245 | 381 |
Nearby Villages of Patoda Chikhali
Patoda Chikhali 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 Patoda Chikhali
Public transport in the Patoda Chikhali is mainly available through bus services. Patoda Chikhali has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kinwat to Patoda Chikhali is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nanded to Patoda Chikhali is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Patoda Chikhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patoda Chikhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Patoda Chikhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Patoda Chikhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patoda Chikhali
Where is Patoda Chikhali located?
Patoda Chikhali village is located in Kinwat Tehsil, Nanded district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patoda Chikhali?
The Gram Panchayat of Patoda Chikhali is Patoda (kh).
What is the pincode of Patoda Chikhali?
The pincode of Patoda Chikhali is 431811.
What is the population of Patoda Chikhali?
Patoda Chikhali has a total population of 2,027, including 1,125 males and 902 females.
How many households are there in Patoda Chikhali?
There are 332 households in Patoda Chikhali.
What is the literacy rate in Patoda Chikhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patoda Chikhali is 69.12%. Male literacy is 78.22% and female literacy is 57.76%.