Thikri
Thikri is a village located in Thikri tehsil of Barwani district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 54km away from district headquarter Thikri. Thikri is the sub-district headquarter of Thikri village. As per 2009 stats, Thikri village is also a gram panchayat.
Thikri has its own place in the vibrant Barwani 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 Thikri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thikri is 478245. The village spans a total geographical area of 1866.86 hectares. Dhamnod is nearest town to Thikri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, Thikri 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 Rajpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khargone Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Thikri
Population of Thikri
Below is a concise population overview of Thikri 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 | 8,620 | 4,435 | 4,185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,215 | 614 | 601 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,361 | 700 | 661 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,553 | 786 | 767 |
| Literate Population | 5,237 | 2,990 | 2,247 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,383 | 1,445 | 1,938 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Thikri village:
- The total population of Thikri village is around 8,620, including approximately 4,435 males and 4,185 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,215 children aged 0–6 years in Thikri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Thikri village has 1,361 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,553 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Thikri village is about 60.75%, with male literacy at 67.42% and female literacy at 53.69%.
- There are around 1,812 households in Thikri village.
Connectivity of Thikri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thikri. As per the 2011 stats, Thikri 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Thikri
Knowing the nearby villages of Thikri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thikri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Thikri
- Where is Thikri located?
- Thikri village is situated in Thikri Tehsil, within the Barwani district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Thikri?
- Thikri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Thikri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thikri is 8,620, with 4,435 males and 4,185 females.
- How many households are there in Thikri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Thikri village has a total of 1,812 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Thikri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thikri is 60.75%. The male literacy rate is 67.42%, while the female literacy rate is 53.69%.