Chatuwa - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Chatuwa is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Khamarodha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatuwa is 502054. The village covers a total geographical area of 671.45 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Shahdol is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chatuwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Anuppur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shahdol Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chatuwa
As per Census 2011, Chatuwa village has a total population of 415 people, consisting of 204 males and 211 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 214 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chatuwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 415 | 204 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 398 | 194 | 204 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 116 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 88 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Chatuwa
Chatuwa 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 Chatuwa
Chatuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shahdol to Chatuwa is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Chatuwa is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatuwa 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 Chatuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chatuwa
Where is Chatuwa located?
Chatuwa village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatuwa is Khamarodha.
What is the pincode of Chatuwa?
The pincode of Chatuwa is 484881.
What is the population of Chatuwa?
Chatuwa has a total population of 415, including 204 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Chatuwa?
There are 102 households in Chatuwa.
What is the literacy rate in Chatuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatuwa is 48.43%. Male literacy is 56.86% and female literacy is 40.28%.