Chhindwad - Athner, Betul
Chhindwad is a village situated in the Athner tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Athner and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Morudhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhindwad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhindwad is 485512. The village covers a total geographical area of 592 hectares and falls under the 460110 pincode. Athner is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chhindwad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhainsdehi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhindwad
As per Census 2011, Chhindwad village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 128 males and 143 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 132 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 265 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhindwad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 128 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 21 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 265 | 124 | 141 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 76 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 52 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Chhindwad
Chhindwad 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 Chhindwad
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chhindwad.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Athner to Chhindwad is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Chhindwad is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhindwad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhindwad 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhindwad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhindwad 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhindwad
Where is Chhindwad located?
Chhindwad village is located in Athner Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhindwad?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhindwad is Morudhana.
What is the pincode of Chhindwad?
The pincode of Chhindwad is 460110.
What is the population of Chhindwad?
Chhindwad has a total population of 271, including 128 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Chhindwad?
There are 50 households in Chhindwad.
What is the literacy rate in Chhindwad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhindwad is 48.71%. Male literacy is 59.38% and female literacy is 39.16%.