Pichhodiya - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Pichhodiya is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Badi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pichhodiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pichhodiya is 477934. The village covers a total geographical area of 373.71 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Pichhodiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pichhodiya
According to the 2011 Census, Pichhodiya village had a total population of 1,191 people, including 592 males and 599 females, living in 218 households. The sex ratio was 1,012 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.63%, with male literacy at 41.88% and female literacy at 29.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,153.
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 | 1,191 | 592 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 124 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,153 | 577 | 576 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 196 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 860 | 396 | 464 |
Nearby Villages of Pichhodiya
Pichhodiya 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 Pichhodiya
Pichhodiya 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 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 Jhiranya to Pichhodiya is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Pichhodiya is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pichhodiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pichhodiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Pichhodiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pichhodiya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Pichhodiya
Where is Pichhodiya located?
Pichhodiya village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Pichhodiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Pichhodiya is Badi.
What is the pincode of Pichhodiya?
The pincode of Pichhodiya is 451332.
What is the population of Pichhodiya?
Pichhodiya had a total population of 1,191, including 592 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Pichhodiya?
Pichhodiya had 218 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pichhodiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pichhodiya was 35.63%. Male literacy was 41.88% and female literacy was 29.28%.