Chalan

Chalan is a village located in Mungeli tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Mungeli (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Dhangaon Cha is the gram panchayat of Chalan village.

Chalan has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chalan is 438170. The village spans a total geographical area of 211.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495334. Mungeli is nearest town to Chalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Chalan

Below is a concise population overview of Chalan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 539 283 256
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 85 39 46
Scheduled Castes (SC) 176 94 82
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 279 190 89
Illiterate Population 260 93 167

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chalan village:

  • The total population of Chalan village is around 539, including approximately 283 males and 256 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Chalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chalan village has 176 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chalan village is about 51.76%, with male literacy at 67.14% and female literacy at 34.77%.
  • There are around 143 households in Chalan village.

Connectivity of Chalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chalan. As per the 2011 stats, Chalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chalan

Knowing the nearby villages of Chalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chalan.

Amalidih Suretha Mohtara Nawagaon Chatarkhar Damapur Dhangaon Hedaspur Chorha Bundeli Bhaisa Muda Nirjam

Frequently Asked Questions about Chalan

Where is Chalan located?
Chalan village is situated in Mungeli Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalan is Dhangaon Cha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chalan?
The pincode of Chalan is 495334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chalan is 539, with 283 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Chalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chalan village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chalan is 51.76%. The male literacy rate is 67.14%, while the female literacy rate is 34.77%.