Chhapani - Pushparajgarh, Anuppur
Chhapani is a village situated in the Pushparajgarh tehsil of Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pushparajgarh and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Anuppur. Jeelang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapani is 502222. The village covers a total geographical area of 1117.09 hectares and falls under the 484881 pincode. Amarkantak is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Chhapani 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 Chhapani
According to the 2011 Census, Chhapani village had a total population of 429 people, including 207 males and 222 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,072 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.96%, with male literacy at 66.85% and female literacy at 37.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 385.
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 | 429 | 207 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 29 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 385 | 186 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 119 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 88 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapani
Chhapani 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 Chhapani
Chhapani is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Amarkantak to Chhapani is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anuppur to Chhapani is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhapani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhapani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhapani
Where is Chhapani located?
Chhapani village is located in Pushparajgarh Tehsil, Anuppur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhapani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapani is Jeelang.
What is the pincode of Chhapani?
The pincode of Chhapani is 484881.
What is the population of Chhapani?
Chhapani had a total population of 429, including 207 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Chhapani?
Chhapani had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapani was 51.96%. Male literacy was 66.85% and female literacy was 37.22%.