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.
Chikurde 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Chikurde as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikurde village:
- The total population of Chikurde village is around 8,267, including approximately 4,273 males and 3,994 females, with a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 820 children aged 0–6 years in Chikurde village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikurde village has 861 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 15 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikurde village is about 72.26%, with male literacy at 79.08% and female literacy at 64.97%.
- There are around 1,794 households in Chikurde village.
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%.