Chikhali

Chikhali is a village located in Darwha tehsil of Yavatmal district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Darwha (tehsildar office) and 58km away from district headquarter Yavatmal. As per 2009 stats, Chikhali village is also a gram panchayat.

Chikhali has its own place in the vibrant Yavatmal 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 Chikhali

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikhali is 542550. The village spans a total geographical area of 946 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 445202. Darwha is nearest town to Chikhali village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chikhali village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Digras Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chikhali

Below is a concise population overview of Chikhali as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,316 1,189 1,127
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 249 129 120
Scheduled Castes (SC) 225 117 108
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 5 2 3
Literate Population 1,693 943 750
Illiterate Population 623 246 377

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikhali village:

  • The total population of Chikhali village is around 2,316, including approximately 1,189 males and 1,127 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 249 children aged 0–6 years in Chikhali village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chikhali village has 225 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chikhali village is about 73.10%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 66.55%.
  • There are around 550 households in Chikhali village.

Connectivity of Chikhali

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikhali. As per the 2011 stats, Chikhali 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 Chikhali

Knowing the nearby villages of Chikhali helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikhali.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chikhali

Where is Chikhali located?
Chikhali village is situated in Darwha Tehsil, within the Yavatmal district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhali?
Chikhali serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chikhali?
The pincode of Chikhali is 445202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikhali is 2,316, with 1,189 males and 1,127 females.
How many households are there in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chikhali village has a total of 550 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhali as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikhali is 73.10%. The male literacy rate is 79.31%, while the female literacy rate is 66.55%.