Chhirka

Chhirka is a village located in Patharia tehsil of Damoh district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Patharia (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Damoh. As per 2009 stats, Bakeni is the gram panchayat of Chhirka village.

Chhirka has its own place in the vibrant Damoh 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 Chhirka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhirka is 462177. The village spans a total geographical area of 292.99 hectares. Patharia is nearest town to Chhirka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

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Population of Chhirka

Below is a concise population overview of Chhirka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 471 258 213
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 44 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 3 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 19 10 9
Literate Population 284 172 112
Illiterate Population 187 86 101

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhirka village:

  • The total population of Chhirka village is around 471, including approximately 258 males and 213 females, with a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Chhirka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhirka village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chhirka village is about 60.30%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 52.58%.
  • There are around 100 households in Chhirka village.

Connectivity of Chhirka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhirka. As per the 2011 stats, Chhirka 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 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chhirka

Knowing the nearby villages of Chhirka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhirka.

Sagoni Kalan Sagoni Khurd Khiriya Shankar Jhagri Kindarho Kotra Itwa Bujurg Mara Noru Mohanpur Berkhedi Khiriya Chhakka

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhirka

Where is Chhirka located?
Chhirka village is situated in Patharia Tehsil, within the Damoh district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhirka?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhirka is Bakeni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chhirka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhirka is 471, with 258 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Chhirka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhirka village has a total of 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhirka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhirka is 60.30%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 52.58%.