Chunagosai - Chicholi, Betul
Chunagosai is a village situated in the Chicholi tehsil of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chicholi and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Betul. Chunagosai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunagosai is 485743. The village covers a total geographical area of 343.17 hectares and falls under the 460449 pincode. Chicholi is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chunagosai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghoradongri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunagosai
As per Census 2011, Chunagosai village has a total population of 698 people, consisting of 355 males and 343 females. The village has 137 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 371 literate and 327 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 460 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunagosai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 698 | 355 | 343 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 43 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 460 | 229 | 231 |
| Literate Population | 371 | 230 | 141 |
| Illiterate Population | 327 | 125 | 202 |
Nearby Villages of Chunagosai
Chunagosai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balhai Ryt | North | 1.88 km |
| Balhai Mal | North | 2.23 km |
| Dhaniya Jam | North-West | 2.24 km |
| Alampur | South | 2.27 km |
| Chuna Huzuri | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Unchagohan | East | 3.68 km |
| Gawajhadap | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Sitadongri | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Jamli | South | 4.75 km |
| Dhumka Ryt | North-East | 5.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chunagosai
Chunagosai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Maramjhiri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.5 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 Chicholi to Chunagosai is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Betul to Chunagosai is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunagosai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunagosai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chunagosai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunagosai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chunagosai
Where is Chunagosai located?
Chunagosai village is located in Chicholi Tehsil, Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunagosai?
Chunagosai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chunagosai?
The pincode of Chunagosai is 460449.
What is the population of Chunagosai?
Chunagosai has a total population of 698, including 355 males and 343 females.
How many households are there in Chunagosai?
There are 137 households in Chunagosai.
What is the literacy rate in Chunagosai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunagosai is 53.15%. Male literacy is 64.79% and female literacy is 41.11%.