Chikadi - Dindori, Nashik
Chikadi is a village situated in the Dindori tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dindori and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Gandole serves as the Village Panchayat for Chikadi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikadi is 550522. The village covers a total geographical area of 495 hectares and falls under the 422204 pincode. Nashik is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Chikadi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dindori Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Chikadi
According to the 2011 Census, Chikadi village had a total population of 487 people, including 239 males and 248 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.28%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 72.77%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 475.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 239 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 49 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 475 | 231 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 299 | 152 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 87 | 101 |
Nearby Villages of Chikadi
Chikadi 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 Chikadi
Public transport in the Chikadi is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nashik to Chikadi is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikadi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikadi 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 Chikadi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikadi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chikadi
Where is Chikadi located?
Chikadi village is located in Dindori Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chikadi?
The Village Panchayat of Chikadi is Gandole.
What is the pincode of Chikadi?
The pincode of Chikadi is 422204.
What is the population of Chikadi?
Chikadi had a total population of 487, including 239 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Chikadi?
Chikadi had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikadi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikadi was 76.28%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 72.77%.