Chirakhan - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chirakhan is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Pathrad Khurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirakhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirakhan is 477050. The village covers a total geographical area of 221.86 hectares and falls under the 451225 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town.
Chirakhan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chirakhan
As per Census 2011, Chirakhan village has a total population of 666 people, consisting of 337 males and 329 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 409 literate and 257 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirakhan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 666 | 337 | 329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 52 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 24 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 409 | 238 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 257 | 99 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Chirakhan
Chirakhan 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 Chirakhan
Chirakhan 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 5-10 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 Khargone to Chirakhan is about 65 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 Chirakhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirakhan 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 Chirakhan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirakhan 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chirakhan
Where is Chirakhan located?
Chirakhan village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirakhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirakhan is Pathrad Khurd.
What is the pincode of Chirakhan?
The pincode of Chirakhan is 451225.
What is the population of Chirakhan?
Chirakhan has a total population of 666, including 337 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Chirakhan?
There are 115 households in Chirakhan.
What is the literacy rate in Chirakhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirakhan is 61.41%. Male literacy is 70.62% and female literacy is 51.98%.