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
According to the 2011 Census, Chirakhan village had a total population of 666 people, including 337 males and 329 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.63%, with male literacy at 83.51% and female literacy at 59.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 172, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 64.
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 | 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 had a total population of 666, including 337 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Chirakhan?
Chirakhan had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chirakhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirakhan was 71.63%. Male literacy was 83.51% and female literacy was 59.79%.