Chikili
Chikili is a village located in Kokasara tehsil of Kalahandi district in Odisha, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Kokasara (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Bhawanipatna. As per 2009 stats, Gambhariguda is the gram panchayat of Chikili village.
Here you can discover what makes Chikili unique in its vibrant Kokasara-Kalahandi region. You’ll see Chikili’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chikili
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chikili is 424062. The village spans a total geographical area of 367 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 766019. Junagarh is nearest town to Chikili village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Chikili
Population of Chikili
According to the 2011 Census, Chikili has a total population of about 1,916, with approximately 950 males and 966 females. The sex ratio is around 1016 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 253 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 245 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 692. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.35%, with male literacy at about 70.11% and female literacy near 46.79%. There are around 524 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chikili's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,916 | 950 | 966 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 126 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 125 | 120 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 692 | 337 | 355 |
| Literate Population | 1,118 | 666 | 452 |
| Illiterate Population | 798 | 284 | 514 |
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 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Kokasara Tehsil, within the Kalahandi district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chikili?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chikili is Gambhariguda (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 766019, 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 1,916, with 950 males and 966 females.
- How many households are there in Chikili as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chikili village has a total of 524 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chikili as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chikili is 58.35%. The male literacy rate is 70.11%, while the female literacy rate is 46.79%.