Kakariya - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kakariya is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kakriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakariya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakariya is 477943. The village covers a total geographical area of 385.57 hectares and falls under the 451331 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kakariya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kakariya
As per Census 2011, Kakariya village has a total population of 1,996 people, consisting of 1,044 males and 952 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 911 females per 1,000 males. There are 418 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 636 literate and 1,360 illiterate residents. Additionally, 88 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,880 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kakariya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,996 | 1,044 | 952 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 418 | 232 | 186 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 54 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,880 | 975 | 905 |
| Literate Population | 636 | 411 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,360 | 633 | 727 |
Nearby Villages of Kakariya
Kakariya 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 Kakariya
Kakariya is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Kakariya is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kakariya is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakariya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakariya 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 Kakariya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakariya 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 Kakariya
Where is Kakariya located?
Kakariya village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kakariya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakariya is Kakriya.
What is the pincode of Kakariya?
The pincode of Kakariya is 451331.
What is the population of Kakariya?
Kakariya has a total population of 1,996, including 1,044 males and 952 females.
How many households are there in Kakariya?
There are 259 households in Kakariya.
What is the literacy rate in Kakariya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakariya is 31.86%. Male literacy is 39.37% and female literacy is 23.63%.