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.
Chikhale has its own place in the vibrant Thane 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Chikhale as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikhale village:
- The total population of Chikhale village is around 4,534, including approximately 2,227 males and 2,307 females, with a sex ratio of 1035 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 522 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhale village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikhale village has 174 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,112 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikhale village is about 67.25%, with male literacy at 74.94% and female literacy at 59.82%.
- There are around 1,120 households in Chikhale village.
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) |
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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%.