Khirkhiri - Dhanora, Seoni
Khirkhiri is a village situated in the Dhanora tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanora and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sarra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Khirkhiri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirkhiri is 496342. The village covers a total geographical area of 318.75 hectares and falls under the 480999 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 84 km away.
Khirkhiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirkhiri
According to the 2011 Census, Khirkhiri village had a total population of 618 people, including 311 males and 307 females, living in 140 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.99%, with male literacy at 73.06% and female literacy at 52.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 617.
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 | 618 | 311 | 307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 617 | 311 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 337 | 198 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 281 | 113 | 168 |
Nearby Villages of Khirkhiri
Khirkhiri 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 Khirkhiri
Khirkhiri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Seoni to Khirkhiri is about 84 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khirkhiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirkhiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Khirkhiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirkhiri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Khirkhiri
Where is Khirkhiri located?
Khirkhiri village is located in Dhanora Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Khirkhiri?
The Gram Panchayat of Khirkhiri is Sarra.
What is the pincode of Khirkhiri?
The pincode of Khirkhiri is 480999.
What is the population of Khirkhiri?
Khirkhiri had a total population of 618, including 311 males and 307 females.
How many households are there in Khirkhiri?
Khirkhiri had 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirkhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirkhiri was 62.99%. Male literacy was 73.06% and female literacy was 52.65%.