Chikalpani - Ichhawar, Sehore
Chikalpani is a village situated in the Ichhawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ichhawar and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Loha Pathar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chikalpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chikalpani is 483307. The village covers a total geographical area of 1531.46 hectares and falls under the 466111 pincode. Bhopal is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chikalpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chikalpani
According to the 2011 Census, Chikalpani village had a total population of 575 people, including 295 males and 280 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.90%, with male literacy at 50.41% and female literacy at 38.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 569.
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 | 575 | 295 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 53 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 569 | 291 | 278 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 122 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 368 | 173 | 195 |
Nearby Villages of Chikalpani
Chikalpani 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 Chikalpani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chikalpani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Bhopal to Chikalpani is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Chikalpani 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 Chikalpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chikalpani 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 Chikalpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chikalpani 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 Chikalpani
Where is Chikalpani located?
Chikalpani village is located in Ichhawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chikalpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chikalpani is Loha Pathar.
What is the pincode of Chikalpani?
The pincode of Chikalpani is 466111.
What is the population of Chikalpani?
Chikalpani had a total population of 575, including 295 males and 280 females.
How many households are there in Chikalpani?
Chikalpani had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chikalpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chikalpani was 44.90%. Male literacy was 50.41% and female literacy was 38.81%.