Chanai Mal. - Paraswada, Balaghat
Chanai Mal. is a village situated in the Paraswada tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Paraswada and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Khalondi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanai Mal. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanai Mal. is 498299. The village covers a total geographical area of 215.71 hectares and falls under the 481556 pincode. Baihar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Chanai Mal. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Paraswada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanai Mal.
As per Census 2011, Chanai Mal. village has a total population of 575 people, consisting of 296 males and 279 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 187 illiterate residents. Additionally, 19 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 295 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanai Mal. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 575 | 296 | 279 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 295 | 153 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 213 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 187 | 83 | 104 |
Nearby Villages of Chanai Mal.
Chanai Mal. 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanai Ryt. | East | 1.19 km |
| Dandaijhola | West | 1.41 km |
| Bharweli [bharbheli] | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Nata | West | 3.94 km |
| Khapakheda | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Kharra | South-West | 5.76 km |
| Bagaspur | North-East | 6.45 km |
| Silwani | North | 6.64 km |
| Tatri Ryt. | North-East | 6.70 km |
| Kanai | South-West | 6.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanai Mal.
Chanai Mal. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chiraidongri, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Baihar to Chanai Mal. is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Chanai Mal. 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 Chanai Mal.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanai Mal. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chanai Mal.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanai Mal. 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 Chanai Mal.
Where is Chanai Mal. located?
Chanai Mal. village is located in Paraswada Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanai Mal.?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanai Mal. is Khalondi.
What is the pincode of Chanai Mal.?
The pincode of Chanai Mal. is 481556.
What is the population of Chanai Mal.?
Chanai Mal. has a total population of 575, including 296 males and 279 females.
How many households are there in Chanai Mal.?
There are 115 households in Chanai Mal..
What is the literacy rate in Chanai Mal.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanai Mal. is 67.48%. Male literacy is 71.96% and female literacy is 62.72%.