Chich Kheda - Khandwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Chich Kheda is a village situated in the Khandwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from Khandwa, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Cichkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chich Kheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chich Kheda is 505873. The village covers a total geographical area of 870.27 hectares and falls under the 450881 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Chich Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pandhana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chich Kheda
According to the 2011 Census, Chich Kheda village had a total population of 826 people, including 418 males and 408 females, living in 176 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.96%, with male literacy at 49.12% and female literacy at 28.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 755.
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 | 826 | 418 | 408 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 76 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 755 | 381 | 374 |
| Literate Population | 263 | 168 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 563 | 250 | 313 |
Nearby Villages of Chich Kheda
Chich Kheda 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 Chich Kheda
Chich Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khandwa to Chich Kheda is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chich Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chich Kheda 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 Chich Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chich Kheda 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 Chich Kheda
Where is Chich Kheda located?
Chich Kheda village is located in Khandwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chich Kheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chich Kheda is Cichkheda.
What is the pincode of Chich Kheda?
The pincode of Chich Kheda is 450881.
What is the population of Chich Kheda?
Chich Kheda had a total population of 826, including 418 males and 408 females.
How many households are there in Chich Kheda?
Chich Kheda had 176 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chich Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chich Kheda was 38.96%. Male literacy was 49.12% and female literacy was 28.53%.