Chikurde - Walwa, Sangli
Chikurde is a village situated in the Walwa tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Uran Islampur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Chikurde village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikurde is 568369. The village covers a total geographical area of 1229 hectares and falls under the 415412 pincode. Uran Islampur is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chikurde village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Islampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikurde
As per Census 2011, Chikurde village has a total population of 8,267 people, consisting of 4,273 males and 3,994 females. The village has 1,794 households and a sex ratio of 934 females per 1,000 males. There are 820 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,974 literate and 2,293 illiterate residents. Additionally, 861 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 15 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikurde are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chikurde
Chikurde 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Devarde | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Dongarwadi | North-West | 2.14 km |
| Karanjvade | North-East | 2.53 km |
| Thanapude | West | 3.05 km |
| Aitavade Kh | East | 3.63 km |
| Kodoli | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Kurlap | North-East | 4.59 km |
| Ladewadi | West | 4.74 km |
| Shekharwadi | North | 4.85 km |
| Devwadi | West | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chikurde
Chikurde 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 22.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Chikurde is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Chikurde is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikurde
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikurde 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 Chikurde
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikurde village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikurde
Where is Chikurde located?
Chikurde village is located in Walwa Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikurde?
Chikurde is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chikurde?
The pincode of Chikurde is 415412.
What is the population of Chikurde?
Chikurde has a total population of 8,267, including 4,273 males and 3,994 females.
How many households are there in Chikurde?
There are 1,794 households in Chikurde.
What is the literacy rate in Chikurde?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikurde is 72.26%. Male literacy is 79.08% and female literacy is 64.97%.