Chirakhan - Badnawar, Dhar
Chirakhan is a village situated in the Badnawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badnawar and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Nindwaniya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirakhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirakhan is 474437. The village covers a total geographical area of 199.82 hectares and falls under the 454111 pincode. Badnawar is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chirakhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chirakhan
According to the 2011 Census, Chirakhan village had a total population of 314 people, including 162 males and 152 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 938 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.95%, with male literacy at 67.42% and female literacy at 35.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 313.
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 | 314 | 162 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 313 | 162 | 151 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 89 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 181 | 73 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Chirakhan
Chirakhan 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 Chirakhan
Chirakhan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Badnawar to Chirakhan is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Chirakhan is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirakhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirakhan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chirakhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirakhan 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 Chirakhan
Where is Chirakhan located?
Chirakhan village is located in Badnawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chirakhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirakhan is Nindwaniya.
What is the pincode of Chirakhan?
The pincode of Chirakhan is 454111.
What is the population of Chirakhan?
Chirakhan had a total population of 314, including 162 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Chirakhan?
Chirakhan had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirakhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirakhan was 51.95%. Male literacy was 67.42% and female literacy was 35.48%.