Chikhalgaon - Dapoli, Ratnagiri
Chikhalgaon is a village situated in the Dapoli tehsil of Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dapoli Camp and around 178 km from the district headquarters in Ratnagiri. Chikhalgaon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhalgaon is 564906. The village covers a total geographical area of 726 hectares and falls under the 415712 pincode. Dapoli Camp is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chikhalgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dapoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhalgaon
As per Census 2011, Chikhalgaon village has a total population of 620 people, consisting of 239 males and 381 females. The village has 178 households and a sex ratio of 1,594 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 183 illiterate residents. Additionally, 89 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhalgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 620 | 239 | 381 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhalgaon
Chikhalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devke | North-West | 1.81 km |
| Male | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Kinhal | North | 2.51 km |
| Olgaon | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Chandikanagar | West | 2.69 km |
| Borivali | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Nante | East | 2.95 km |
| Dumdeo | South | 3.51 km |
| Burondi | North-West | 3.59 km |
| Karajgaon | North | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikhalgaon
Chikhalgaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Anjani, while the nearest airport is Pune Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 100.2 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 Dapoli Camp to Chikhalgaon is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratnagiri to Chikhalgaon is about 178 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhalgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhalgaon 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 Chikhalgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhalgaon 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikhalgaon
Where is Chikhalgaon located?
Chikhalgaon village is located in Dapoli Tehsil, Ratnagiri district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalgaon?
Chikhalgaon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikhalgaon?
The pincode of Chikhalgaon is 415712.
What is the population of Chikhalgaon?
Chikhalgaon has a total population of 620, including 239 males and 381 females.
How many households are there in Chikhalgaon?
There are 178 households in Chikhalgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhalgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhalgaon is 70.48%. Male literacy is 80.33% and female literacy is 64.30%.