Chikli - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chikli is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Somakhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikli is 476955. The village covers a total geographical area of 212.19 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chikli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chikli
According to the 2011 Census, Chikli village had a total population of 419 people, including 222 males and 197 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.52%, with male literacy at 66.15% and female literacy at 41.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 126, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 419 | 222 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 76 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 122 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 127 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 220 | 95 | 125 |
Nearby Villages of Chikli
Chikli 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 Chikli
Chikli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mandleshwar to Chikli is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Chikli is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chikli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikli 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chikli
Where is Chikli located?
Chikli village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chikli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikli is Somakhedi.
What is the pincode of Chikli?
The pincode of Chikli is 451221.
What is the population of Chikli?
Chikli had a total population of 419, including 222 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Chikli?
Chikli had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikli was 54.52%. Male literacy was 66.15% and female literacy was 41.62%.