Piklon - Kurwai, Vidisha
Piklon is a village situated in the Kurwai tehsil of Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kurwai and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Vidisha. Piklon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Piklon is 481027. The village covers a total geographical area of 1322.35 hectares and falls under the 464224 pincode. Kurwai is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Piklon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Piklon
As per Census 2011, Piklon village has a total population of 2,522 people, consisting of 1,291 males and 1,231 females. The village has 526 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,607 literate and 915 illiterate residents. Additionally, 526 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Piklon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,522 | 1,291 | 1,231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 198 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 526 | 273 | 253 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,607 | 934 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 915 | 357 | 558 |
Nearby Villages of Piklon
Piklon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhitapur | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Bakwara | South-East | 2.33 km |
| Bazirabad | North | 2.77 km |
| Kolua | North | 3.61 km |
| Arnot | South-West | 3.73 km |
| Devli | South-East | 3.89 km |
| Vishanpur | West | 4.18 km |
| Letani | North-East | 4.37 km |
| Maddukhedi | East | 4.75 km |
| Gohachi | South | 5.17 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Piklon
Public transport in the Piklon is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chulheta, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 83.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurwai to Piklon is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vidisha to Piklon is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Piklon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Piklon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Piklon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Piklon 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 Piklon
Where is Piklon located?
Piklon village is located in Kurwai Tehsil, Vidisha district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Piklon?
Piklon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Piklon?
The pincode of Piklon is 464224.
What is the population of Piklon?
Piklon has a total population of 2,522, including 1,291 males and 1,231 females.
How many households are there in Piklon?
There are 526 households in Piklon.
What is the literacy rate in Piklon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Piklon is 63.72%. Male literacy is 72.35% and female literacy is 54.67%.