Khalchiker - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Khalchiker is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shiroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khalchiker village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khalchiker is 566705. The village covers a total geographical area of 9 hectares and falls under the 416518 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Khalchiker village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khalchiker
According to the 2011 Census, Khalchiker village had a total population of 960 people, including 495 males and 465 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.03%, with male literacy at 94.12% and female literacy at 93.94%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 960 | 495 | 465 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 53 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 819 | 416 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 79 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Khalchiker
Khalchiker is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Khalchiker
Khalchiker is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vengurla to Khalchiker is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Khalchiker is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khalchiker
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khalchiker village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Khalchiker
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khalchiker village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Khalchiker
Where is Khalchiker located?
Khalchiker village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khalchiker?
The Gram Panchayat of Khalchiker is Shiroda.
What is the pincode of Khalchiker?
The pincode of Khalchiker is 416518.
What is the population of Khalchiker?
Khalchiker had a total population of 960, including 495 males and 465 females.
How many households are there in Khalchiker?
Khalchiker had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khalchiker?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khalchiker was 94.03%. Male literacy was 94.12% and female literacy was 93.94%.