Iklera - Bagli, Dewas
Iklera is a village situated in the Bagli tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bagli and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Eklera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Iklera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iklera is 473907. The village covers a total geographical area of 506.82 hectares and falls under the 455227 pincode. Hatpiplya is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Iklera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bagali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Iklera
As per Census 2011, Iklera village has a total population of 1,341 people, consisting of 701 males and 640 females. The village has 262 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 210 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 783 literate and 558 illiterate residents. Additionally, 327 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 161 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Iklera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,341 | 701 | 640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 101 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 327 | 174 | 153 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 89 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 783 | 504 | 279 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 197 | 361 |
Nearby Villages of Iklera
Iklera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chapada | East | 2.03 km |
| Bijjukheda | North | 2.07 km |
| Tissi | North-West | 2.11 km |
| Ghudiya | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Bhamori | West | 2.78 km |
| Guradiya Kalan | South-West | 3.11 km |
| Gunera | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Rehli | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Garakhedi | North | 3.76 km |
| Amarpura | East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Iklera
Iklera is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatpiplya to Iklera is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Iklera is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Iklera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iklera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Iklera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iklera 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Iklera
Where is Iklera located?
Iklera village is located in Bagli Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iklera?
The Gram Panchayat of Iklera is Eklera.
What is the pincode of Iklera?
The pincode of Iklera is 455227.
What is the population of Iklera?
Iklera has a total population of 1,341, including 701 males and 640 females.
How many households are there in Iklera?
There are 262 households in Iklera.
What is the literacy rate in Iklera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iklera is 58.39%. Male literacy is 71.90% and female literacy is 43.59%.