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
According to the 2011 Census, Chandenar village had a total population of 1,435 people, including 691 males and 744 females, living in 343 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 29.88%, with male literacy at 40.03% and female literacy at 20.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,427.
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 | 1,435 | 691 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 237 | 109 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,435, including 691 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Chandenar?
Chandenar had 343 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandenar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandenar was 29.88%. Male literacy was 40.03% and female literacy was 20.29%.