Kachhikuwa - Maheshwar, Khargone (West Nimar)
Kachhikuwa 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 80 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Ashapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kachhikuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kachhikuwa is 476896. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.41 hectares and falls under the 451224 pincode. Maheshwar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kachhikuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kachhikuwa
As per Census 2011, Kachhikuwa village has a total population of 775 people, consisting of 381 males and 394 females. The village has 165 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 528 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 771 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kachhikuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 775 | 381 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 95 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 771 | 379 | 392 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 130 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 528 | 251 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Kachhikuwa
Kachhikuwa 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 Kachhikuwa
Kachhikuwa 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Maheshwar to Kachhikuwa is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Kachhikuwa is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kachhikuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kachhikuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kachhikuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kachhikuwa 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kachhikuwa
Where is Kachhikuwa located?
Kachhikuwa village is located in Maheshwar Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kachhikuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kachhikuwa is Ashapur.
What is the pincode of Kachhikuwa?
The pincode of Kachhikuwa is 451224.
What is the population of Kachhikuwa?
Kachhikuwa has a total population of 775, including 381 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Kachhikuwa?
There are 165 households in Kachhikuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kachhikuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kachhikuwa is 31.87%. Male literacy is 34.12% and female literacy is 29.70%.