Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. - Bichhiya, Mandla
Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. is a village situated in the Bichhiya tehsil of Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhiya and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Mandla. Lalpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. is 493492. The village covers a total geographical area of 465 hectares and falls under the 481996 pincode. Bichhiya is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.
According to the 2011 Census, Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. village had a total population of 1,126 people, including 577 males and 549 females, living in 263 households. The sex ratio was 951 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.94%, with male literacy at 72.30% and female literacy at 49.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 642.
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 | 1,126 | 577 | 549 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 194 | 104 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 642 | 339 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 568 | 342 | 226 |
| Illiterate Population | 558 | 235 | 323 |
Nearby Villages of Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.
Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. 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 Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.
Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. 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 Bichhiya to Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Mandla to Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.
Where is Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. located?
Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. village is located in Bichhiya Tehsil, Mandla district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.?
The Gram Panchayat of Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. is Lalpur.
What is the pincode of Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.?
The pincode of Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. is 481996.
What is the population of Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.?
Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. had a total population of 1,126, including 577 males and 549 females.
How many households are there in Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.?
Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. had 263 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kikra Urf Khaksadand F.V. was 60.94%. Male literacy was 72.30% and female literacy was 49.24%.