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.
Here you can discover what makes Thikri unique in its vibrant Thikri-Barwani region. You’ll see Thikri’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Thikri has a total population of about 8,620, with approximately 4,435 males and 4,185 females. The sex ratio is around 943 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,215 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,361 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,553. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.75%, with male literacy at about 67.42% and female literacy near 53.69%. There are around 1,812 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thikri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.