Kirgaon - Kasrawad, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kirgaon is a village situated in the Kasrawad tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kasrawad and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Kirgav serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kirgaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirgaon is 477301. The village covers a total geographical area of 819.96 hectares and falls under the 451228 pincode. Kasrawad is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kirgaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kirgaon
As per Census 2011, Kirgaon village has a total population of 2,262 people, consisting of 1,175 males and 1,087 females. The village has 420 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 409 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,009 literate and 1,253 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 904 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kirgaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,262 | 1,175 | 1,087 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 409 | 222 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 73 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 904 | 478 | 426 |
| Literate Population | 1,009 | 629 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,253 | 546 | 707 |
Nearby Villages of Kirgaon
Kirgaon 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 Kirgaon
Kirgaon 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 Kasrawad to Kirgaon is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kirgaon is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirgaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirgaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kirgaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirgaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kirgaon
Where is Kirgaon located?
Kirgaon village is located in Kasrawad Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kirgaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kirgaon is Kirgav.
What is the pincode of Kirgaon?
The pincode of Kirgaon is 451228.
What is the population of Kirgaon?
Kirgaon has a total population of 2,262, including 1,175 males and 1,087 females.
How many households are there in Kirgaon?
There are 420 households in Kirgaon.
What is the literacy rate in Kirgaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirgaon is 44.61%. Male literacy is 53.53% and female literacy is 34.96%.