Chhirwa - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chhirwa is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Chhirwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhirwa is 477396. The village covers a total geographical area of 2423.35 hectares and falls under the 451113 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chhirwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhirwa
As per Census 2011, Chhirwa village has a total population of 2,531 people, consisting of 1,279 males and 1,252 females. The village has 507 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 387 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,339 literate and 1,192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,764 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhirwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,531 | 1,279 | 1,252 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 387 | 201 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 158 | 83 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,764 | 869 | 895 |
| Literate Population | 1,339 | 775 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,192 | 504 | 688 |
Nearby Villages of Chhirwa
Chhirwa 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 Chhirwa
Chhirwa 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 >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 Bhikangaon to Chhirwa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Chhirwa is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhirwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhirwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhirwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhirwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhirwa
Where is Chhirwa located?
Chhirwa village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhirwa?
Chhirwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhirwa?
The pincode of Chhirwa is 451113.
What is the population of Chhirwa?
Chhirwa has a total population of 2,531, including 1,279 males and 1,252 females.
How many households are there in Chhirwa?
There are 507 households in Chhirwa.
What is the literacy rate in Chhirwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhirwa is 52.90%. Male literacy is 60.59% and female literacy is 45.05%.