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
According to the 2011 Census, Chhirwa village had a total population of 2,531 people, including 1,279 males and 1,252 females, living in 507 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.45%, with male literacy at 71.89% and female literacy at 52.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 158, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,764.
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 | 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 had a total population of 2,531, including 1,279 males and 1,252 females.
How many households are there in Chhirwa?
Chhirwa had 507 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhirwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhirwa was 62.45%. Male literacy was 71.89% and female literacy was 52.91%.