Chikili - Jharigan, Nabarangpur
Chikili is a village situated in the Jharigan tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 4 km from Jharigan and around 84 km from Nabarangapur . Kutrichhapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikili village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikili is 427511. The village covers a total geographical area of 414 hectares and falls under the 764076 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chikili village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikili
As per Census 2011, Chikili village has a total population of 2,509 people, consisting of 1,216 males and 1,293 females. The village has 549 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 588 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 477 literate and 2,032 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,667 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chikili are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,509 | 1,216 | 1,293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 588 | 292 | 296 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 160 | 80 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,667 | 791 | 876 |
| Literate Population | 477 | 327 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,032 | 889 | 1,143 |
Nearby Villages of Chikili
Chikili 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 Chikili
Chikili is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Chikili is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Chikili is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikili
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikili village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chikili
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikili village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chikili
Where is Chikili located?
Chikili village is located in Jharigan Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikili?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikili is Kutrichhapur.
What is the pincode of Chikili?
The pincode of Chikili is 764076.
What is the population of Chikili?
Chikili has a total population of 2,509, including 1,216 males and 1,293 females.
How many households are there in Chikili?
There are 549 households in Chikili.
What is the literacy rate in Chikili?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikili is 19.01%. Male literacy is 26.89% and female literacy is 11.60%.