Chichodana - Bhainsdehi, Betul
Chichodana is a village situated in the Bhainsdehi tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhainsdehi and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Chicholidana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichodana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichodana is 485316. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.01 hectares and falls under the 460220 pincode. Bhainsdehi is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chichodana 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 Chichodana
As per Census 2011, Chichodana village has a total population of 3,427 people, consisting of 1,733 males and 1,694 females. The village has 768 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 380 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,379 literate and 1,048 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 122 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chichodana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,427 | 1,733 | 1,694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 380 | 202 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 122 | 59 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 2,379 | 1,306 | 1,073 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,048 | 427 | 621 |
Nearby Villages of Chichodana
Chichodana 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 Chichodana
Chichodana is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bhainsdehi to Chichodana is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Chichodana is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichodana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichodana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chichodana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichodana 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 Chichodana
Where is Chichodana located?
Chichodana village is located in Bhainsdehi Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichodana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichodana is Chicholidana.
What is the pincode of Chichodana?
The pincode of Chichodana is 460220.
What is the population of Chichodana?
Chichodana has a total population of 3,427, including 1,733 males and 1,694 females.
How many households are there in Chichodana?
There are 768 households in Chichodana.
What is the literacy rate in Chichodana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichodana is 69.42%. Male literacy is 75.36% and female literacy is 63.34%.