Hikmi - Narsinghgarh, Rajgarh
Hikmi is a village situated in the Narsinghgarh tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Narsinghgarh and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Sukliya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hikmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hikmi is 480237. The village covers a total geographical area of 551.94 hectares and falls under the 465667 pincode. Narsinghgarh is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Hikmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narsinghgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hikmi
As per Census 2011, Hikmi village has a total population of 1,014 people, consisting of 531 males and 483 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 744 literate and 270 illiterate residents. Additionally, 47 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 179 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hikmi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,014 | 531 | 483 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 22 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 179 | 87 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 744 | 429 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 270 | 102 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Hikmi
Hikmi 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 Hikmi
Hikmi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Narsinghgarh to Hikmi is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Hikmi is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hikmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hikmi 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 Hikmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hikmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hikmi
Where is Hikmi located?
Hikmi village is located in Narsinghgarh Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hikmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Hikmi is Sukliya.
What is the pincode of Hikmi?
The pincode of Hikmi is 465667.
What is the population of Hikmi?
Hikmi has a total population of 1,014, including 531 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Hikmi?
There are 234 households in Hikmi.
What is the literacy rate in Hikmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hikmi is 73.37%. Male literacy is 80.79% and female literacy is 65.22%.