Chandenar - Dantewada, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada
Chandenar is a village situated in the Dantewada tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Dantewada, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chandenar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandenar is 450117. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.94 hectares and falls under the 494449 pincode. Bade Bacheli is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chandenar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dantewada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandenar
As per Census 2011, Chandenar village has a total population of 1,435 people, consisting of 691 males and 744 females. The village has 343 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 237 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 358 literate and 1,077 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,427 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandenar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,435 | 691 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 109 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,427 | 685 | 742 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 233 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,077 | 458 | 619 |
Nearby Villages of Chandenar
Chandenar 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 Chandenar
Chandenar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bade Bacheli to Chandenar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dantewada to Chandenar is about 12 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandenar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandenar 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 Chandenar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandenar 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 Chandenar
Where is Chandenar located?
Chandenar village is located in Dantewada Tehsil, Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandenar?
Chandenar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandenar?
The pincode of Chandenar is 494449.
What is the population of Chandenar?
Chandenar has a total population of 1,435, including 691 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Chandenar?
There are 343 households in Chandenar.
What is the literacy rate in Chandenar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandenar is 24.95%. Male literacy is 33.72% and female literacy is 16.80%.