Kikarwas - Dahi, Dhar
Kikarwas is a village situated in the Dahi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dahi and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Kikarwas village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kikarwas is 475594. The village covers a total geographical area of 1146.24 hectares and falls under the 454331 pincode. Dahi is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Kikarwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kukshi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kikarwas
As per Census 2011, Kikarwas village has a total population of 1,683 people, consisting of 859 males and 824 females. The village has 345 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 301 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 552 literate and 1,131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,585 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kikarwas are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,683 | 859 | 824 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 301 | 163 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 36 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,585 | 813 | 772 |
| Literate Population | 552 | 326 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,131 | 533 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Kikarwas
Kikarwas 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Makadwani | North-West | 3.63 km |
| Ajgaon | North | 4.54 km |
| Bijasan | East | 5.64 km |
| Borkhedi | South | 5.85 km |
| Konda | North-East | 6.15 km |
| Devdha | North-West | 6.29 km |
| Chandankhedi | East | 6.97 km |
| Badwanya | North | 7.25 km |
| Sidari | West | 7.72 km |
| Nawadpura | East | 7.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kikarwas
Public transport in the Kikarwas is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chhota Udepur, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahi to Kikarwas is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Kikarwas is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kikarwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kikarwas 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kikarwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kikarwas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kikarwas
Where is Kikarwas located?
Kikarwas village is located in Dahi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kikarwas?
Kikarwas is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kikarwas?
The pincode of Kikarwas is 454331.
What is the population of Kikarwas?
Kikarwas has a total population of 1,683, including 859 males and 824 females.
How many households are there in Kikarwas?
There are 345 households in Kikarwas.
What is the literacy rate in Kikarwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kikarwas is 32.80%. Male literacy is 37.95% and female literacy is 27.43%.