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.
Here you can discover what makes Chikhalwadi unique in its vibrant Shirala-Sangli region. You’ll see Chikhalwadi’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Chikhalwadi
Population of Chikhalwadi
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhalwadi has a total population of about 1,019, with approximately 507 males and 512 females. The sex ratio is around 1009 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 113 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.26%, with male literacy at about 77.32% and female literacy near 63.28%. There are around 219 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikhalwadi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
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) |
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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%.