Chikani
About Chikani
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chikani village is 542625. Chikani village is located in Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Darwha (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Chikni is the gram panchayat of Chikani village.
The total geographical area of village is 920.22 hectares. Chikani has a total population of 1,455 peoples, out of which male population is 729 while female population is 726. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 995 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chikani village is 69.55% out of which 78.05% males and 61.02% females are literate. There are about 346 houses in chikani village.
When it comes to administration, Chikani village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chikani village comes under Yavatmal Vidhan Sabha constituency & Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency. Darwha is nearest town to chikani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Chikani
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,455 | 729 | 726 |
| Children (0-6) | 174 | 75 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 129 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 569 | 443 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 160 | 283 |
Connectivity of Chikani
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chikani
Where is Chikani located?
Chikani village is situated in Darwha Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikani is Chikni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chikani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikani is 1,455, with 729 males and 726 females.
How many households are there in Chikani as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikani village has a total of 346 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikani as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikani is 69.55%. The male literacy rate is 78.05%, while the female literacy rate is 61.02%.