Chirakhan - Manawar, Dhar
Chirakhan is a village situated in the Manawar tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manawar and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Chirakhan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirakhan is 475597. The village covers a total geographical area of 717.53 hectares and falls under the 454446 pincode. Manawar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chirakhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chirakhan
As per Census 2011, Chirakhan village has a total population of 1,522 people, consisting of 753 males and 769 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 241 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,492 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirakhan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chirakhan
Chirakhan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Andiyab | West | 2.29 km |
| Pipalya Khurd | South-East | 2.57 km |
| Borlai | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Temriya | South | 3.39 km |
| Rajukhedi | South-East | 4.06 km |
| Avral | South-West | 4.50 km |
| Jirabad | West | 4.54 km |
| Bhurakua | North-East | 4.74 km |
| Dongala | East | 5.19 km |
| Jharan | North-West | 5.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirakhan
Chirakhan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mhow, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manawar to Chirakhan is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Chirakhan 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 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 >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 Manawar Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirakhan?
Chirakhan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chirakhan?
The pincode of Chirakhan is 454446.
What is the population of Chirakhan?
Chirakhan has a total population of 1,522, including 753 males and 769 females.
How many households are there in Chirakhan?
There are 268 households in Chirakhan.
What is the literacy rate in Chirakhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirakhan is 37.39%. Male literacy is 42.10% and female literacy is 32.77%.