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
According to the 2011 Census, Chatuwa village had a total population of 415 people, including 204 males and 211 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,034 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.60%, with male literacy at 68.64% and female literacy at 48.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 398.
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 | 415 | 204 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 35 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 415, including 204 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Chatuwa?
Chatuwa had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatuwa was 58.60%. Male literacy was 68.64% and female literacy was 48.85%.