Chikani - Arni, Yavatmal
Chikani is a village situated in the Arni tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Arni and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Chikani (kasaba) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikani is 543224. The village covers a total geographical area of 1164.15 hectares and falls under the 445103 pincode. Digras is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chikani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chandrapur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikani
As per Census 2011, Chikani village has a total population of 1,382 people, consisting of 697 males and 685 females. The village has 363 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 213 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 948 literate and 434 illiterate residents. Additionally, 264 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 660 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,382 | 697 | 685 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 213 | 96 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 264 | 136 | 128 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 660 | 326 | 334 |
| Literate Population | 948 | 540 | 408 |
| Illiterate Population | 434 | 157 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Chikani
Chikani 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 Chikani
Chikani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Digras to Chikani is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Chikani is about 56 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 Chikani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chikani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chikani
Where is Chikani located?
Chikani village is located in Arni Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikani is Chikani (kasaba).
What is the pincode of Chikani?
The pincode of Chikani is 445103.
What is the population of Chikani?
Chikani has a total population of 1,382, including 697 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Chikani?
There are 363 households in Chikani.
What is the literacy rate in Chikani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikani is 68.60%. Male literacy is 77.47% and female literacy is 59.56%.