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
According to the 2011 Census, Chichodana village had a total population of 3,427 people, including 1,733 males and 1,694 females, living in 768 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.08%, with male literacy at 85.30% and female literacy at 70.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 82, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 122.
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 | 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 had a total population of 3,427, including 1,733 males and 1,694 females.
How many households are there in Chichodana?
Chichodana had 768 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichodana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichodana was 78.08%. Male literacy was 85.30% and female literacy was 70.78%.