Chikhalpada - Trimbakeshwar, Nashik
Chikhalpada is a village situated in the Trimbakeshwar tehsil of Nashik district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Trimbak and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Nashik. Dalpatpur serves as the Village Panchayat for Chikhalpada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhalpada is 550835. The village covers a total geographical area of 203.09 hectares and falls under the 422204 pincode. Trimbak is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chikhalpada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Igatpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nashik Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhalpada
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhalpada village had a total population of 584 people, including 292 males and 292 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.16%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 70.49%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 581.
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 | 584 | 292 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 47 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 581 | 290 | 291 |
| Literate Population | 392 | 220 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 72 | 120 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhalpada
Chikhalpada 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 Chikhalpada
Chikhalpada is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Trimbak to Chikhalpada is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nashik to Chikhalpada is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhalpada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhalpada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chikhalpada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhalpada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chikhalpada
Where is Chikhalpada located?
Chikhalpada village is located in Trimbakeshwar Tehsil, Nashik district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Chikhalpada?
The Village Panchayat of Chikhalpada is Dalpatpur.
What is the pincode of Chikhalpada?
The pincode of Chikhalpada is 422204.
What is the population of Chikhalpada?
Chikhalpada had a total population of 584, including 292 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Chikhalpada?
Chikhalpada had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhalpada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhalpada was 80.16%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 70.49%.