Chikhale

Chikhale is a village located in Panvel tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Panvel (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Chikhale village is also a gram panchayat.

Chikhale has its own place in the vibrant Raigarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chikhale

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhale is 553426. The village spans a total geographical area of 336.73 hectares. Panvel is nearest town to Chikhale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chikhale village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Panvel Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Maval Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chikhale

Below is a concise population overview of Chikhale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,899 998 901
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 200 109 91
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 3 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 36 19 17
Literate Population 1,461 809 652
Illiterate Population 438 189 249

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikhale village:

  • The total population of Chikhale village is around 1,899, including approximately 998 males and 901 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 200 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chikhale village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 36 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chikhale village is about 76.94%, with male literacy at 81.06% and female literacy at 72.36%.
  • There are around 443 households in Chikhale village.

Connectivity of Chikhale

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhale. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhale had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chikhale

Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhale.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhale

Where is Chikhale located?
Chikhale village is situated in Panvel Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhale?
Chikhale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Chikhale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhale is 1,899, with 998 males and 901 females.
How many households are there in Chikhale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhale village has a total of 443 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhale is 76.94%. The male literacy rate is 81.06%, while the female literacy rate is 72.36%.