Chikhali
Chikhali is a village located in Wai tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Wai (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Chikhali village is also a gram panchayat.
Chikhali has its own place in the vibrant Satara 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 Chikhali
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhali is 563121. The village spans a total geographical area of 441 hectares. Wai is nearest town to Chikhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikhali 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 Wai Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikhali
Population of Chikhali
Below is a concise population overview of Chikhali 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 | 1,704 | 803 | 901 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 73 | 76 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,284 | 660 | 624 |
| Illiterate Population | 420 | 143 | 277 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikhali village:
- The total population of Chikhali village is around 1,704, including approximately 803 males and 901 females, with a sex ratio of 1122 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 149 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikhali village has 62 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikhali village is about 75.35%, with male literacy at 82.19% and female literacy at 69.26%.
- There are around 391 households in Chikhali village.
Connectivity of Chikhali
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhali. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhali 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikhali
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhali.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhali
- Where is Chikhali located?
- Chikhali village is situated in Wai Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikhali?
- Chikhali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhali is 1,704, with 803 males and 901 females.
- How many households are there in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikhali village has a total of 391 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhali is 75.35%. The male literacy rate is 82.19%, while the female literacy rate is 69.26%.