Chikhalwas - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chikhalwas is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Palasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikhalwas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikhalwas is 477487. The village covers a total geographical area of 1044.05 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chikhalwas village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhikangaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chikhalwas
According to the 2011 Census, Chikhalwas village had a total population of 1,547 people, including 792 males and 755 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.34%, with male literacy at 69.29% and female literacy at 49.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,217.
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 | 1,547 | 792 | 755 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 157 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,217 | 620 | 597 |
| Literate Population | 740 | 440 | 300 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 352 | 455 |
Nearby Villages of Chikhalwas
Chikhalwas 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 Chikhalwas
Chikhalwas is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhikangaon to Chikhalwas is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Chikhalwas is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikhalwas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikhalwas 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 Chikhalwas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikhalwas 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 Chikhalwas
Where is Chikhalwas located?
Chikhalwas village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikhalwas?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikhalwas is Palasi.
What is the pincode of Chikhalwas?
The pincode of Chikhalwas is 451331.
What is the population of Chikhalwas?
Chikhalwas had a total population of 1,547, including 792 males and 755 females.
How many households are there in Chikhalwas?
Chikhalwas had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikhalwas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikhalwas was 59.34%. Male literacy was 69.29% and female literacy was 49.02%.