Choli - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Choli is a village situated in the Maheshwar tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshwar and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Choli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choli is 476945. The village covers a total geographical area of 1887.11 hectares and falls under the 451221 pincode. Mandleshwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Choli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Choli
As per Census 2011, Choli village has a total population of 4,904 people, consisting of 2,569 males and 2,335 females. The village has 1,239 households and a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males. There are 670 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,024 literate and 1,880 illiterate residents. Additionally, 772 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 951 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,904 | 2,569 | 2,335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 670 | 357 | 313 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 772 | 418 | 354 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 951 | 496 | 455 |
| Literate Population | 3,024 | 1,786 | 1,238 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,880 | 783 | 1,097 |
Nearby Villages of Choli
Choli is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kakwada | North | 3.00 km |
| Baddiya | East | 3.38 km |
| Mogoan | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Sirsya | North | 4.40 km |
| Somakhedi | North-East | 4.45 km |
| Bhaklay | North-East | 4.79 km |
| Samraj | South | 5.55 km |
| Urway | North-West | 5.66 km |
| Malshakhedi | South-West | 5.77 km |
| Mahetawada | West | 6.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Choli
Choli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalkund, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mandleshwar to Choli is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Choli is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Choli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Choli
Where is Choli located?
Choli village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choli?
Choli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Choli?
The pincode of Choli is 451221.
What is the population of Choli?
Choli has a total population of 4,904, including 2,569 males and 2,335 females.
How many households are there in Choli?
There are 1,239 households in Choli.
What is the literacy rate in Choli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choli is 61.66%. Male literacy is 69.52% and female literacy is 53.02%.