Chhirkheda - Rahatgarh, Sagar
Chhirkheda is a village situated in the Rahatgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rahatgarh and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Darkoli(p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhirkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhirkheda is 460511. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.03 hectares and falls under the 470119 pincode. Rahatgarh is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chhirkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Surkhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhirkheda
According to the 2011 Census, Chhirkheda village had a total population of 254 people, including 134 males and 120 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.43%, with male literacy at 85.09% and female literacy at 56.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 59, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 254 | 134 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 20 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 97 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 37 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Chhirkheda
Chhirkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Parasari Khurd | North-West | 2.39 km |
| Pepalkhedi | East | 2.53 km |
| Hinotiya Khurd | South-West | 2.93 km |
| Gawari | South | 3.28 km |
| Bahadurpur | South | 3.87 km |
| Gazikheda | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Bhamra | North | 4.90 km |
| Khari Gumariya | North-West | 4.92 km |
| Dabri | North-West | 4.94 km |
| Madiya Mahuakheda | South-East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhirkheda
Chhirkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Isarwara, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 95.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rahatgarh to Chhirkheda is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Chhirkheda 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 Chhirkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhirkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhirkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhirkheda 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 Chhirkheda
Where is Chhirkheda located?
Chhirkheda village is located in Rahatgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhirkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhirkheda is Darkoli(p).
What is the pincode of Chhirkheda?
The pincode of Chhirkheda is 470119.
What is the population of Chhirkheda?
Chhirkheda had a total population of 254, including 134 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Chhirkheda?
Chhirkheda had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhirkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhirkheda was 71.43%. Male literacy was 85.09% and female literacy was 56.31%.