Chimla - Chanderi, Ashoknagar
Chimla is a village situated in the Chanderi tehsil of Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chanderi and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Ashoknagar. Maholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chimla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimla is 500162. The village covers a total geographical area of 1220.8 hectares and falls under the 473446 pincode. Chanderi is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chimla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chimla
According to the 2011 Census, Chimla village had a total population of 656 people, including 344 males and 312 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.48%, with male literacy at 62.73% and female literacy at 45.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 504.
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 | 656 | 344 | 312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 504 | 259 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 170 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 370 | 174 | 196 |
Nearby Villages of Chimla
Chimla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Danga Bairasiya | South-East | 2.96 km |
| Maholi | South | 3.54 km |
| Beethala | North-East | 3.72 km |
| Mamon | North-West | 3.87 km |
| Jamdera | West | 4.70 km |
| Khiriya Bharka | North | 4.87 km |
| Rakhatera | South-East | 4.97 km |
| Sarjapur | South-West | 5.60 km |
| Khyawada | East | 5.80 km |
| Bhandree | South-East | 5.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chimla
Chimla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pipraigaon, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 139.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chanderi to Chimla is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Ashoknagar to Chimla 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 Chimla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chimla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chimla
Where is Chimla located?
Chimla village is located in Chanderi Tehsil, Ashoknagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chimla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chimla is Maholi.
What is the pincode of Chimla?
The pincode of Chimla is 473446.
What is the population of Chimla?
Chimla had a total population of 656, including 344 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Chimla?
Chimla had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chimla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimla was 54.48%. Male literacy was 62.73% and female literacy was 45.67%.