Chikhale
About Chikhale
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikhale village is 566123. Chikhale village is located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Dasur is the gram panchayat of Chikhale village.
The total geographical area of village is 368.7 hectares. Chikhale has a total population of 421 peoples, out of which male population is 168 while female population is 253. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1505 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikhale village is 63.42% out of which 76.79% males and 54.55% females are literate. There are about 106 houses in chikhale village. Pincode of chikhale village locality is 416713.
When it comes to administration, Chikhale 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, Chikhale village comes under Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to chikhale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Chikhale
The population details of Chikhale cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 421 | 168 | 253 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 50 | 21 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 267 | 129 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 39 | 115 |
Connectivity of Chikhale
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhale
Where is Chikhale located?
Chikhale village is situated in Rajapur Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhale?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhale is Dasur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chikhale?
The pincode of Chikhale is 416713, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikhale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhale is 421, with 168 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Chikhale as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhale village has a total of 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhale as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhale is 63.42%. The male literacy rate is 76.79%, while the female literacy rate is 54.55%.