Chikhalwadi

Chikhalwadi is a village located in Shirala tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Shirala (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Chikhalwadi village is also a gram panchayat.

Chikhalwadi has its own place in the vibrant Sangli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chikhalwadi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhalwadi is 568298. The village spans a total geographical area of 203 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415408. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Chikhalwadi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chikhalwadi village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chikhalwadi

Below is a concise population overview of Chikhalwadi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,019 507 512
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 64 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 716 392 324
Illiterate Population 303 115 188

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikhalwadi village:

  • The total population of Chikhalwadi village is around 1,019, including approximately 507 males and 512 females, with a sex ratio of 1009 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhalwadi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • The literacy rate of Chikhalwadi village is about 70.26%, with male literacy at 77.32% and female literacy at 63.28%.
  • There are around 219 households in Chikhalwadi village.

Connectivity of Chikhalwadi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhalwadi. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhalwadi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chikhalwadi

Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhalwadi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhalwadi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhalwadi

Where is Chikhalwadi located?
Chikhalwadi village is situated in Shirala Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalwadi?
Chikhalwadi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chikhalwadi?
The pincode of Chikhalwadi is 415408, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikhalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhalwadi is 1,019, with 507 males and 512 females.
How many households are there in Chikhalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhalwadi village has a total of 219 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhalwadi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhalwadi is 70.26%. The male literacy rate is 77.32%, while the female literacy rate is 63.28%.