Chikhali - Ambegaon, Pune
Chikhali is a village situated in the Ambegaon tehsil of Pune district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghodegaon and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Pune. Chikhali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhali is 555456. The village covers a total geographical area of 631 hectares and falls under the 410503 pincode. Junnar is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
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 Ambegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shirur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhali
As per Census 2011, Chikhali village has a total population of 776 people, consisting of 378 males and 398 females. The village has 173 households and a sex ratio of 1,052 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 546 literate and 230 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 758 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 776 | 378 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 37 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 758 | 367 | 391 |
| Literate Population | 546 | 307 | 239 |
| Illiterate Population | 230 | 71 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhali
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 Chikhali
Public transport in the Chikhali is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Chikhali.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Junnar to Chikhali is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pune to Chikhali is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in 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 Chikhali 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
Where is Chikhali located?
Chikhali village is located in Ambegaon Tehsil, Pune district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhali?
Chikhali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikhali?
The pincode of Chikhali is 410503.
What is the population of Chikhali?
Chikhali has a total population of 776, including 378 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Chikhali?
There are 173 households in Chikhali.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhali is 70.36%. Male literacy is 81.22% and female literacy is 60.05%.