Chikli Block - Manasa, Neemuch
Chikli Block is a village situated in the Manasa tehsil of Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manasa and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Neemuch. Chikliblock serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikli Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikli Block is 468937. The village covers a total geographical area of 747.04 hectares and falls under the 458116 pincode. Kukdeshwar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chikli Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chikli Block
According to the 2011 Census, Chikli Block village had a total population of 1,888 people, including 942 males and 946 females, living in 430 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.33%, with male literacy at 79.21% and female literacy at 41.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 893, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 1,888 | 942 | 946 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 893 | 444 | 449 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 961 | 625 | 336 |
| Illiterate Population | 927 | 317 | 610 |
Nearby Villages of Chikli Block
Chikli Block 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 Chikli Block
Chikli Block is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kukdeshwar to Chikli Block is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Neemuch to Chikli Block is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chikli Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikli Block 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 Chikli Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikli Block 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 Chikli Block
Where is Chikli Block located?
Chikli Block village is located in Manasa Tehsil, Neemuch district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chikli Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikli Block is Chikliblock.
What is the pincode of Chikli Block?
The pincode of Chikli Block is 458116.
What is the population of Chikli Block?
Chikli Block had a total population of 1,888, including 942 males and 946 females.
How many households are there in Chikli Block?
Chikli Block had 430 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikli Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikli Block was 60.33%. Male literacy was 79.21% and female literacy was 41.79%.