Chiragpura - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chiragpura is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Chiragpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiragpura is 477490. The village covers a total geographical area of 460.1 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chiragpura 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 Chiragpura
According to the 2011 Census, Chiragpura village had a total population of 1,127 people, including 569 males and 558 females, living in 217 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.74%, with male literacy at 74.16% and female literacy at 40.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 155, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 559.
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 | 1,127 | 569 | 558 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 190 | 93 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 559 | 282 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 541 | 353 | 188 |
| Illiterate Population | 586 | 216 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Chiragpura
Chiragpura 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 Chiragpura
Chiragpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Chiragpura is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Chiragpura is about 56 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 Chiragpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiragpura 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chiragpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiragpura 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 Chiragpura
Where is Chiragpura located?
Chiragpura village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiragpura?
Chiragpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chiragpura?
The pincode of Chiragpura is 451331.
What is the population of Chiragpura?
Chiragpura had a total population of 1,127, including 569 males and 558 females.
How many households are there in Chiragpura?
Chiragpura had 217 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chiragpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiragpura was 57.74%. Male literacy was 74.16% and female literacy was 40.78%.