Chikhali - Shirala, Sangli
Chikhali is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Chikhali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhali is 568306. The village covers a total geographical area of 519.57 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chikhali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhali
As per Census 2011, Chikhali village has a total population of 3,018 people, consisting of 1,638 males and 1,380 females. The village has 622 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,211 literate and 807 illiterate residents. Additionally, 406 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikhali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,018 | 1,638 | 1,380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 160 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 202 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,211 | 1,318 | 893 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 320 | 487 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhali
Chikhali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Natoli | West | 1.27 km |
| Kande | South-East | 1.98 km |
| Bhatshirgaon | North-East | 2.75 km |
| Sagaon | South-West | 3.05 km |
| Wadibhagai | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Biur | North | 3.80 km |
| Dholewadi | West | 3.93 km |
| Sawarde T.satave | South-East | 4.03 km |
| Thergaon | South | 4.14 km |
| Kandur | West | 4.79 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikhali
Chikhali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.4 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 Uran Islampur to Chikhali is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Chikhali is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chikhali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chikhali
Where is Chikhali located?
Chikhali village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhali?
Chikhali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikhali?
The pincode of Chikhali is 415408.
What is the population of Chikhali?
Chikhali has a total population of 3,018, including 1,638 males and 1,380 females.
How many households are there in Chikhali?
There are 622 households in Chikhali.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhali is 73.26%. Male literacy is 80.46% and female literacy is 64.71%.