Chikhalohal - Malegaon, Nashik
Chikhalohal is a village situated in the Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malegaon and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Chikhalohol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikhalohal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhalohal is 550211. The village covers a total geographical area of 1719 hectares and falls under the 423205 pincode. Malegaon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chikhalohal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhule Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhalohal
As per Census 2011, Chikhalohal village has a total population of 3,637 people, consisting of 1,863 males and 1,774 females. The village has 768 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 548 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,503 literate and 1,134 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 573 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhalohal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,637 | 1,863 | 1,774 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 548 | 293 | 255 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 111 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 573 | 287 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 2,503 | 1,400 | 1,103 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,134 | 463 | 671 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhalohal
Chikhalohal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nale | East | 2.44 km |
| Sayane Kh | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Shendurni | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Manke | North | 3.52 km |
| Devarpada | North-East | 3.77 km |
| Gigaon | South | 3.91 km |
| Dahikute | North-West | 5.14 km |
| Lonwade | West | 5.51 km |
| Sajvahal | East | 5.56 km |
| Bodhe | South-East | 5.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikhalohal
Chikhalohal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shirud, while the nearest airport is Shirdi Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.9 km.
| 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 Malegaon to Chikhalohal is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chikhalohal is about 124 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhalohal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhalohal 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 Chikhalohal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhalohal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chikhalohal
Where is Chikhalohal located?
Chikhalohal village is located in Malegaon Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalohal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhalohal is Chikhalohol.
What is the pincode of Chikhalohal?
The pincode of Chikhalohal is 423205.
What is the population of Chikhalohal?
Chikhalohal has a total population of 3,637, including 1,863 males and 1,774 females.
How many households are there in Chikhalohal?
There are 768 households in Chikhalohal.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhalohal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhalohal is 68.82%. Male literacy is 75.15% and female literacy is 62.18%.