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
According to the 2011 Census, Hikmi village had a total population of 1,014 people, including 531 males and 483 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.50%, with male literacy at 90.89% and female literacy at 75.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 179.
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 | 1,014 | 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 had a total population of 1,014, including 531 males and 483 females.
How many households are there in Hikmi?
Hikmi had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hikmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hikmi was 83.50%. Male literacy was 90.89% and female literacy was 75.18%.