Chirchira - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Chirchira is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Chirchira village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirchira is 490949. The village covers a total geographical area of 262.82 hectares and falls under the 487441 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chirchira village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tendukheda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chirchira
As per Census 2011, Chirchira village has a total population of 534 people, consisting of 273 males and 261 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirchira are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 534 | 273 | 261 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 399 | 222 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 51 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Chirchira
Chirchira 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marka | East | 1.32 km |
| Sujwara | South | 1.59 km |
| Gaganwara | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Budhwara | North-East | 2.72 km |
| Dudhwara | East | 2.87 km |
| Amai | North-West | 2.92 km |
| Sihora | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Lakha | North | 3.27 km |
| Ratanpura | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Dhandiya | North-East | 3.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chirchira
Chirchira is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gadarwara to Chirchira is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Chirchira is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chirchira
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirchira village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chirchira
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirchira 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 Chirchira
Where is Chirchira located?
Chirchira village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirchira?
Chirchira is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chirchira?
The pincode of Chirchira is 487441.
What is the population of Chirchira?
Chirchira has a total population of 534, including 273 males and 261 females.
How many households are there in Chirchira?
There are 115 households in Chirchira.
What is the literacy rate in Chirchira?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirchira is 74.72%. Male literacy is 81.32% and female literacy is 67.82%.