Chikurde
Chikurde is a village located in Walwa tehsil of Sangli district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Uran Islampur (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Sangli. As per 2009 stats, Chikurde village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chikurde unique in its vibrant Walwa-Sangli region. You’ll see Chikurde’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 Chikurde
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikurde is 568369. The village spans a total geographical area of 1229 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415412. Uran Islampur is nearest town to Chikurde village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikurde 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 Islampur 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 Chikurde
Population of Chikurde
According to the 2011 Census, Chikurde has a total population of about 8,267, with approximately 4,273 males and 3,994 females. The sex ratio is around 934 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 820 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 861 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 15. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.26%, with male literacy at about 79.08% and female literacy near 64.97%. There are around 1,794 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikurde's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,267 | 4,273 | 3,994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 820 | 472 | 348 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 861 | 428 | 433 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 5,974 | 3,379 | 2,595 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,293 | 894 | 1,399 |
Connectivity of Chikurde
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikurde. As per the 2011 stats, Chikurde 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 Chikurde
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikurde helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikurde.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikurde
- Where is Chikurde located?
- Chikurde village is situated in Walwa Tehsil, within the Sangli district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikurde?
- Chikurde serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chikurde?
- The pincode of Chikurde is 415412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikurde as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikurde is 8,267, with 4,273 males and 3,994 females.
- How many households are there in Chikurde as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikurde village has a total of 1,794 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikurde as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikurde is 72.26%. The male literacy rate is 79.08%, while the female literacy rate is 64.97%.