Chijwan - Kukshi, Dhar
Chijwan is a village situated in the Kukshi tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kukshi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Chinjwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chijwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chijwan is 475380. The village covers a total geographical area of 648.62 hectares and falls under the 454221 pincode. Kukshi is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Chijwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chijwan
As per Census 2011, Chijwan village has a total population of 1,314 people, consisting of 679 males and 635 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 266 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 300 literate and 1,014 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,308 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chijwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,314 | 679 | 635 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 266 | 139 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,308 | 677 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 165 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,014 | 514 | 500 |
Nearby Villages of Chijwan
Chijwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipalwa | North-West | 2.04 km |
| Thana | West | 2.26 km |
| Bekalya | South-East | 2.63 km |
| Kadwal | East | 2.64 km |
| Kanti | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Chamjhar | North | 3.74 km |
| Ghotiyadev | West | 3.75 km |
| Gadbori | South | 3.79 km |
| Padabanda | North | 3.95 km |
| Bankibag | East | 4.08 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chijwan
Chijwan is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Nahargarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kukshi to Chijwan is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Chijwan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chijwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chijwan 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 Chijwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chijwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chijwan
Where is Chijwan located?
Chijwan village is located in Kukshi Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chijwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chijwan is Chinjwa.
What is the pincode of Chijwan?
The pincode of Chijwan is 454221.
What is the population of Chijwan?
Chijwan has a total population of 1,314, including 679 males and 635 females.
How many households are there in Chijwan?
There are 273 households in Chijwan.
What is the literacy rate in Chijwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chijwan is 22.83%. Male literacy is 24.30% and female literacy is 21.26%.