Chheerkheda - Kurwai, Vidisha
Chheerkheda is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Chhirkheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chheerkheda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chheerkheda is 480913. The village covers a total geographical area of 980.47 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chheerkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chheerkheda
As per Census 2011, Chheerkheda village has a total population of 1,540 people, consisting of 816 males and 724 females. The village has 334 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 939 literate and 601 illiterate residents. Additionally, 522 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 23 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chheerkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,540 | 816 | 724 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 136 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 522 | 273 | 249 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 939 | 587 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 229 | 372 |
Nearby Villages of Chheerkheda
Chheerkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nipaniya | South | 1.83 km |
| Dhuwa | East | 2.42 km |
| Kurryai | South-West | 2.58 km |
| Karai Berkhedi | West | 2.85 km |
| Barri | South-East | 3.00 km |
| Raimoodara | North-East | 3.14 km |
| Biloda | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Semra Jagir | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Dharu Khedi | East | 3.64 km |
| Parewara | East | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chheerkheda
Chheerkheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kurwai Kethora, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 97.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Kurwai to Chheerkheda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Chheerkheda is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chheerkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chheerkheda 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chheerkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chheerkheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chheerkheda
Where is Chheerkheda located?
Chheerkheda village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chheerkheda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chheerkheda is Chhirkheda.
What is the pincode of Chheerkheda?
The pincode of Chheerkheda is 464224.
What is the population of Chheerkheda?
Chheerkheda has a total population of 1,540, including 816 males and 724 females.
How many households are there in Chheerkheda?
There are 334 households in Chheerkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Chheerkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chheerkheda is 60.97%. Male literacy is 71.94% and female literacy is 48.62%.