Chandela - Bharatpur, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B)
Chandela is a village situated in the Bharatpur tehsil of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 61 km from Janakpur and around 175 km from Baikunthpur. Gadhwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandela is 431245. The village covers a total geographical area of 172.66 hectares and falls under the 497778 pincode. Shahdol(m.p.) is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Chandela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharatpur-sonhat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Korba Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandela
As per Census 2011, Chandela village has a total population of 166 people, consisting of 84 males and 82 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 51 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 165 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 166 | 84 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 83 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 51 | 31 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 53 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Chandela
Chandela 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 Chandela
Public transport in the Chandela is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Shahdol(m.p.) to Chandela is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baikunthpur to Chandela is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandela 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandela 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 Chandela
Where is Chandela located?
Chandela village is located in Bharatpur Tehsil, Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur(M C B) district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandela?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandela is Gadhwar.
What is the pincode of Chandela?
The pincode of Chandela is 497778.
What is the population of Chandela?
Chandela has a total population of 166, including 84 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Chandela?
There are 57 households in Chandela.
What is the literacy rate in Chandela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandela is 30.72%. Male literacy is 36.90% and female literacy is 24.39%.