Khirkuwa - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Khirkuwa is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Rajpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirkuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirkuwa is 458136. The village covers a total geographical area of 258.69 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Khirkuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khirkuwa
As per Census 2011, Khirkuwa village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 254 males and 232 females. The village has 117 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 218 literate and 268 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirkuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 254 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 144 | 110 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 218 | 118 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 136 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Khirkuwa
Khirkuwa 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 Khirkuwa
Khirkuwa 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bada Malhera to Khirkuwa is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Khirkuwa is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirkuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirkuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khirkuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirkuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khirkuwa
Where is Khirkuwa located?
Khirkuwa village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirkuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirkuwa is Rajpura.
What is the pincode of Khirkuwa?
The pincode of Khirkuwa is 471311.
What is the population of Khirkuwa?
Khirkuwa has a total population of 486, including 254 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Khirkuwa?
There are 117 households in Khirkuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Khirkuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirkuwa is 44.86%. Male literacy is 46.46% and female literacy is 43.10%.