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
As per Census 2011, Pichhodiya village has a total population of 1,191 people, consisting of 592 males and 599 females. The village has 218 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 860 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,153 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Pichhodiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,191 | 592 | 599 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 124 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | - |
| 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 has a total population of 1,191, including 592 males and 599 females.
How many households are there in Pichhodiya?
There are 218 households in Pichhodiya.
What is the literacy rate in Pichhodiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pichhodiya is 27.79%. Male literacy is 33.11% and female literacy is 22.54%.