Chikili
Chikili is a village located in Kegaon tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Kegaon (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Madiguda is the gram panchayat of Chikili village.
Chikili has its own place in the vibrant Kalahandi 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 Chikili
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikili is 423610. The village spans a total geographical area of 248 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766036. Bhawanipatna is nearest town to Chikili village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chikili 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 Bhawanipatna Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chikili
Population of Chikili
Below is a concise population overview of Chikili as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 584 | 311 | 273 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 44 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 139 | 76 | 63 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 292 | 175 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 292 | 136 | 156 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chikili village:
- The total population of Chikili village is around 584, including approximately 311 males and 273 females, with a sex ratio of 877 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Chikili village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chikili village has 139 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chikili village is about 50.00%, with male literacy at 56.27% and female literacy at 42.86%.
- There are around 147 households in Chikili village.
Connectivity of Chikili
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chikili. As per the 2011 stats, Chikili had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chikili
Knowing the nearby villages of Chikili helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chikili.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chikili
- Where is Chikili located?
- Chikili village is situated in Kegaon Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikili?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikili is Madiguda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chikili?
- The pincode of Chikili is 766036, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chikili as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chikili is 584, with 311 males and 273 females.
- How many households are there in Chikili as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikili village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikili as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikili is 50.00%. The male literacy rate is 56.27%, while the female literacy rate is 42.86%.