Chikhalgaon
About Chikhalgaon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikhalgaon village is 566186. Chikhalgaon village is located in Rajapur tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Rajapur (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Chikhalgaon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 484.33 hectares. Chikhalgaon has a total population of 552 peoples, out of which male population is 229 while female population is 323. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1410 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikhalgaon village is 67.57% out of which 76.86% males and 60.99% females are literate. There are about 157 houses in chikhalgaon village. Pincode of chikhalgaon village locality is 416705.
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 Rajapur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Rajapur is nearest town to chikhalgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Chikhalgaon
The population details of Chikhalgaon 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 | 552 | 229 | 323 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 373 | 176 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 53 | 126 |
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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhalgaon
Where is Chikhalgaon located?
Chikhalgaon village is situated in Rajapur 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 416705, 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 552, with 229 males and 323 females.
How many households are there in Chikhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhalgaon village has a total of 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhalgaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhalgaon is 67.57%. The male literacy rate is 76.86%, while the female literacy rate is 60.99%.