Iklera - Pachore, Rajgarh
Iklera is a village situated in the Pachore tehsil of Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pachore and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Rajgarh. Iklera village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Iklera is 480406. The village covers a total geographical area of 2140.58 hectares and falls under the 465680 pincode. Pachore is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Iklera 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 Iklera
As per Census 2011, Iklera village has a total population of 6,652 people, consisting of 3,427 males and 3,225 females. The village has 1,419 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 963 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,836 literate and 2,816 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,045 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Iklera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,652 | 3,427 | 3,225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 963 | 503 | 460 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,045 | 1,076 | 969 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 3,836 | 2,350 | 1,486 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,816 | 1,077 | 1,739 |
Nearby Villages of Iklera
Iklera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamanpura | North | 3.93 km |
| Abada | South-West | 4.16 km |
| Kamalpur | South | 5.14 km |
| Bishan Khedi | South-East | 5.80 km |
| Ilahi | South | 6.22 km |
| Piplya Tawakkul | North-West | 6.97 km |
| Ramdi | South-East | 7.08 km |
| Gokalpur | West | 7.36 km |
| Khardon Khurd | East | 7.46 km |
| Bhimpura Behrawal | South-West | 7.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Iklera
Iklera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shujalpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.2 km.
| 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 Pachore to Iklera is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rajgarh to Iklera 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 Iklera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Iklera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Iklera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Iklera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Iklera
Where is Iklera located?
Iklera village is located in Pachore Tehsil, Rajgarh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Iklera?
Iklera is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Iklera?
The pincode of Iklera is 465680.
What is the population of Iklera?
Iklera has a total population of 6,652, including 3,427 males and 3,225 females.
How many households are there in Iklera?
There are 1,419 households in Iklera.
What is the literacy rate in Iklera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Iklera is 57.67%. Male literacy is 68.57% and female literacy is 46.08%.