Chikhali
About Chikhali
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikhali village is 565706. Chikhali village is located in Sangameshwar tehsil of Ratnagiri district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Devrukh (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Ratnagiri. As per 2009 stats, Chikhali village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 526.16 hectares. Chikhali has a total population of 1,560 peoples, out of which male population is 731 while female population is 829. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1134 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikhali village is 72.76% out of which 81.81% males and 64.78% females are literate. There are about 404 houses in chikhali village. Pincode of chikhali village locality is 415609.
When it comes to administration, Chikhali 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, Chikhali village comes under Chiplun Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha constituency. Chiplun is nearest town to chikhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Chikhali
The population details of Chikhali 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 | 1,560 | 731 | 829 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 171 | 85 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,135 | 598 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 425 | 133 | 292 |
Connectivity of Chikhali
| 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 Chikhali
Where is Chikhali located?
Chikhali village is situated in Sangameshwar Tehsil, within the Ratnagiri district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhali?
Chikhali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chikhali?
The pincode of Chikhali is 415609, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhali is 1,560, with 731 males and 829 females.
How many households are there in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhali village has a total of 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhali is 72.76%. The male literacy rate is 81.81%, while the female literacy rate is 64.78%.