Chichgarh - Segaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chichgarh is a village situated in the Segaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Segaon and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Chichgad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichgarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichgarh is 477341. The village covers a total geographical area of 578.69 hectares and falls under the 451442 pincode. Khargone is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chichgarh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chichgarh
According to the 2011 Census, Chichgarh village had a total population of 1,936 people, including 988 males and 948 females, living in 363 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.07%, with male literacy at 55.57% and female literacy at 44.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,896.
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 | 1,936 | 988 | 948 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 438 | 234 | 204 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,896 | 968 | 928 |
| Literate Population | 750 | 419 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,186 | 569 | 617 |
Nearby Villages of Chichgarh
Chichgarh 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Achhalwadi | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Baneehar | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Chichli | North | 2.33 km |
| Jogwada | North | 2.87 km |
| Teeri | West | 3.01 km |
| Seetapuri | North-West | 3.44 km |
| Lehakoo | North | 4.64 km |
| Rehgun | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Piparkheda | West | 5.97 km |
| Golwadi | North | 6.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chichgarh
Chichgarh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhortex, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 73.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Khargone to Chichgarh is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichgarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichgarh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chichgarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichgarh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chichgarh
Where is Chichgarh located?
Chichgarh village is located in Segaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichgarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichgarh is Chichgad.
What is the pincode of Chichgarh?
The pincode of Chichgarh is 451442.
What is the population of Chichgarh?
Chichgarh had a total population of 1,936, including 988 males and 948 females.
How many households are there in Chichgarh?
Chichgarh had 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichgarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichgarh was 50.07%. Male literacy was 55.57% and female literacy was 44.49%.