Khirkhiri - Seoni
Khirkhiri is a village situated in the Seoni tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from Seoni, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Khirkhiri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirkhiri is 496717. The village covers a total geographical area of 516.28 hectares and falls under the 480882 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 35 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 Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Khirkhiri
As per Census 2011, Khirkhiri village has a total population of 538 people, consisting of 280 males and 258 females. The village has 116 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 69 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 282 literate and 256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 145 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Khirkhiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 538 | 280 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 73 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 282 | 175 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 256 | 105 | 151 |
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, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Seoni to Khirkhiri is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >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 Seoni Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khirkhiri?
Khirkhiri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Khirkhiri?
The pincode of Khirkhiri is 480882.
What is the population of Khirkhiri?
Khirkhiri has a total population of 538, including 280 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Khirkhiri?
There are 116 households in Khirkhiri.
What is the literacy rate in Khirkhiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirkhiri is 52.42%. Male literacy is 62.50% and female literacy is 41.47%.