Chira Khan - Badnawar, Dhar
Chira Khan is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Chirakhan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chira Khan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chira Khan is 474473. The village covers a total geographical area of 1040.12 hectares and falls under the 454111 pincode. Badnawar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chira Khan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chira Khan
According to the 2011 Census, Chira Khan village had a total population of 2,520 people, including 1,306 males and 1,214 females, living in 520 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.42%, with male literacy at 63.43% and female literacy at 38.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,730.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,520 | 1,306 | 1,214 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 410 | 204 | 206 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 38 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,730 | 892 | 838 |
| Literate Population | 1,085 | 699 | 386 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,435 | 607 | 828 |
Nearby Villages of Chira Khan
Chira Khan 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 Chira Khan
Chira Khan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chira Khan.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badnawar to Chira Khan is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Chira Khan 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 Chira Khan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chira Khan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chira Khan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chira Khan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chira Khan
Where is Chira Khan located?
Chira Khan village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chira Khan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chira Khan is Chirakhan.
What is the pincode of Chira Khan?
The pincode of Chira Khan is 454111.
What is the population of Chira Khan?
Chira Khan had a total population of 2,520, including 1,306 males and 1,214 females.
How many households are there in Chira Khan?
Chira Khan had 520 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chira Khan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chira Khan was 51.42%. Male literacy was 63.43% and female literacy was 38.29%.