Kalikaray - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kalikaray is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 69 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Dehriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalikaray village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalikaray is 477937. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.29 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kalikaray village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalikaray
As per Census 2011, Kalikaray village has a total population of 485 people, consisting of 237 males and 248 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 93 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 146 literate and 339 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 484 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalikaray are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 485 | 237 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 47 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 484 | 237 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 146 | 69 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 168 | 171 |
Nearby Villages of Kalikaray
Kalikaray 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 Kalikaray
Kalikaray is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Kalikaray is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kalikaray is about 69 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalikaray
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalikaray village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalikaray
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalikaray village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kalikaray
Where is Kalikaray located?
Kalikaray village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalikaray?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalikaray is Dehriya.
What is the pincode of Kalikaray?
The pincode of Kalikaray is 451332.
What is the population of Kalikaray?
Kalikaray has a total population of 485, including 237 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Kalikaray?
There are 106 households in Kalikaray.
What is the literacy rate in Kalikaray?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalikaray is 30.10%. Male literacy is 29.11% and female literacy is 31.05%.