Chiriya - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chiriya is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Chiriya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chiriya is 477951. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.8 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chiriya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chiriya
As per Census 2011, Chiriya village has a total population of 6,489 people, consisting of 3,222 males and 3,267 females. The village has 1,019 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,439 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,134 literate and 4,355 illiterate residents. Additionally, 431 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,044 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chiriya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,489 | 3,222 | 3,267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,439 | 739 | 700 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 431 | 212 | 219 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,044 | 1,522 | 1,522 |
| Literate Population | 2,134 | 1,152 | 982 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,355 | 2,070 | 2,285 |
Nearby Villages of Chiriya
Chiriya 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 Chiriya
Chiriya 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 Jhiranya to Chiriya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Chiriya 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 Chiriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chiriya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chiriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chiriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chiriya
Where is Chiriya located?
Chiriya village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chiriya?
Chiriya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chiriya?
The pincode of Chiriya is 451332.
What is the population of Chiriya?
Chiriya has a total population of 6,489, including 3,222 males and 3,267 females.
How many households are there in Chiriya?
There are 1,019 households in Chiriya.
What is the literacy rate in Chiriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chiriya is 32.89%. Male literacy is 35.75% and female literacy is 30.06%.