Chirakhan
Chirakhan is a village located in Manawar tehsil of Dhar district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Manawar (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Dhar. As per 2009 stats, Chirakhan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chirakhan unique in its vibrant Manawar-Dhar region. You’ll see Chirakhan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chirakhan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chirakhan is 475597. The village spans a total geographical area of 717.53 hectares. Manawar is nearest town to Chirakhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Chirakhan
Population of Chirakhan
According to the 2011 Census, Chirakhan has a total population of about 1,522, with approximately 753 males and 769 females. The sex ratio is around 1021 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 241 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,492. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.39%, with male literacy at about 42.10% and female literacy near 32.77%. There are around 268 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chirakhan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,522 | 753 | 769 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 112 | 129 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,492 | 739 | 753 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 317 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 436 | 517 |
Connectivity of Chirakhan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chirakhan. As per the 2011 stats, Chirakhan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chirakhan
Knowing the nearby villages of Chirakhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chirakhan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chirakhan
- Where is Chirakhan located?
- Chirakhan village is situated in Manawar Tehsil, within the Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chirakhan?
- Chirakhan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chirakhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chirakhan is 1,522, with 753 males and 769 females.
- How many households are there in Chirakhan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chirakhan village has a total of 268 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chirakhan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chirakhan is 37.39%. The male literacy rate is 42.10%, while the female literacy rate is 32.77%.