Chikhalgaon
About Chikhalgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikhalgaon village is 564906. Chikhalgaon village is located in Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Dapoli Camp (tehsildar office) and 178km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Chikhalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 726 hectares. Chikhalgaon has a total population of 620 peoples, out of which male population is 239 while female population is 381. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1594 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikhalgaon village is 70.48% out of which 80.33% males and 64.30% females are literate. There are about 178 houses in chikhalgaon village. Pincode of chikhalgaon village locality is 415712.
When it comes to administration, Chikhalgaon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chikhalgaon village comes under Dapoli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Raigad Lok Sabha constituency. Dapoli Camp is nearest town to chikhalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Chikhalgaon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 239 | 381 |
| Children (0-6) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 192 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 183 | 47 | 136 |
Connectivity of Chikhalgaon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikhalgaon
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhalgaon
Where is Chikhalgaon located?
Chikhalgaon village is situated in Dapoli Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalgaon?
Chikhalgaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chikhalgaon?
The pincode of Chikhalgaon is 415712, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhalgaon is 620, with 239 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Chikhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhalgaon village has a total of 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhalgaon is 70.48%. The male literacy rate is 80.33%, while the female literacy rate is 64.30%.