Kichkhidi - Pali, Umaria
Kichkhidi is a village situated in the Pali tehsil of Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pali and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Umaria. Khickidhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kichkhidi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kichkhidi is 468076. The village covers a total geographical area of 1502.79 hectares and falls under the 484001 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kichkhidi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kichkhidi
As per Census 2011, Kichkhidi village has a total population of 726 people, consisting of 388 males and 338 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 871 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 357 illiterate residents. Additionally, 713 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kichkhidi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 726 | 388 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 63 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 713 | 382 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 229 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 159 | 198 |
Nearby Villages of Kichkhidi
Kichkhidi 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 Kichkhidi
Public transport in the Kichkhidi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Shahdol to Kichkhidi is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Umaria to Kichkhidi is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kichkhidi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kichkhidi 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kichkhidi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kichkhidi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kichkhidi
Where is Kichkhidi located?
Kichkhidi village is located in Pali Tehsil, Umaria district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kichkhidi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kichkhidi is Khickidhi.
What is the pincode of Kichkhidi?
The pincode of Kichkhidi is 484001.
What is the population of Kichkhidi?
Kichkhidi has a total population of 726, including 388 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Kichkhidi?
There are 199 households in Kichkhidi.
What is the literacy rate in Kichkhidi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kichkhidi is 50.83%. Male literacy is 59.02% and female literacy is 41.42%.