Chikhale
Chikhale is a village located in Dahanu tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dahanu (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Chikhale village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chikhale unique in its vibrant Dahanu-Thane region. You’ll see Chikhale’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 Chikhale
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhale is 551585. The village spans a total geographical area of 848 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 401602. Dahanu is nearest town to Chikhale village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Chikhale
Population of Chikhale
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhale has a total population of about 4,534, with approximately 2,227 males and 2,307 females. The sex ratio is around 1035 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 522 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 174 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,112. The overall literacy rate is approximately 67.25%, with male literacy at about 74.94% and female literacy near 59.82%. There are around 1,120 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikhale's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,534 | 2,227 | 2,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 268 | 254 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 77 | 97 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,112 | 1,007 | 1,105 |
| Literate Population | 3,049 | 1,669 | 1,380 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,485 | 558 | 927 |
Connectivity of Chikhale
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhale. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhale 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 Chikhale
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhale helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhale.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhale
- Where is Chikhale located?
- Chikhale village is situated in Dahanu Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikhale?
- Chikhale serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chikhale?
- The pincode of Chikhale is 401602, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikhale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhale is 4,534, with 2,227 males and 2,307 females.
- How many households are there in Chikhale as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikhale village has a total of 1,120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikhale as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhale is 67.25%. The male literacy rate is 74.94%, while the female literacy rate is 59.82%.