Thikri - Thikri, Barwani
Thikri is a village situated in the Thikri tehsil of Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thikri is 478245. The village covers a total geographical area of 1866.86 hectares and falls under the 451660 pincode. Dhamnod is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Thikri is administered under an Urban Local Body. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thikri
As per Census 2011, Thikri village has a total population of 8,620 people, consisting of 4,435 males and 4,185 females. The village has 1,812 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,215 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,237 literate and 3,383 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,361 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,553 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Thikri are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Thikri
Thikri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nayadad | East | 3.09 km |
| Anantpura | West | 3.37 km |
| Lendipura | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Rahadkot | South | 3.69 km |
| Khedi | North-West | 4.16 km |
| Sherpura | North-West | 4.28 km |
| Segwal | West | 4.75 km |
| Piparkheda | South-West | 4.76 km |
| Rupkheda | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Jaroli | North | 5.52 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Thikri
The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhamnod to Thikri is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barwani to Thikri is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Thikri
Where is Thikri located?
Thikri village is located in Thikri Tehsil, Barwani district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the pincode of Thikri?
The pincode of Thikri is 451660.
What is the population of Thikri?
Thikri has a total population of 8,620, including 4,435 males and 4,185 females.
How many households are there in Thikri?
There are 1,812 households in Thikri.
What is the literacy rate in Thikri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thikri is 60.75%. Male literacy is 67.42% and female literacy is 53.69%.