Khirapani - Chikhaldara, Amravati
Khirapani is a village situated in the Chikhaldara tehsil of Amravati district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 80 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chikhaldara and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Amravati. Khirpani serves as the Village Panchayat for Khirapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khirapani is 531571. The village covers a total geographical area of 158.26 hectares and falls under the 444807 pincode. Anjangaon is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Khirapani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Khirapani
According to the 2011 Census, Khirapani village had a total population of 371 people, including 174 males and 197 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.85%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 84.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 371 | 174 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 22 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 173 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 267 | 133 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 41 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Khirapani
Khirapani 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 Khirapani
Public transport in the Khirapani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Anjangaon to Khirapani is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Amravati to Khirapani 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 Khirapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khirapani 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Khirapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khirapani 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 Khirapani
Where is Khirapani located?
Khirapani village is located in Chikhaldara Tehsil, Amravati district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Khirapani?
The Village Panchayat of Khirapani is Khirpani.
What is the pincode of Khirapani?
The pincode of Khirapani is 444807.
What is the population of Khirapani?
Khirapani had a total population of 371, including 174 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Khirapani?
Khirapani had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khirapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khirapani was 85.85%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 84.28%.