Kayan - Bada Malhera, Chhatarpur
Kayan is a village situated in the Bada Malhera tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bada Malhera and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Kayan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kayan is 458135. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.06 hectares and falls under the 471311 pincode. Bada Malhera is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Kayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kayan
As per Census 2011, Kayan village has a total population of 1,585 people, consisting of 803 males and 782 females. The village has 415 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 272 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 813 literate and 772 illiterate residents. Additionally, 449 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kayan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,585 | 803 | 782 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 132 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 449 | 222 | 227 |
| Literate Population | 813 | 482 | 331 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 321 | 451 |
Nearby Villages of Kayan
Kayan 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 Kayan
Kayan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bada Malhera to Kayan is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Kayan is about 48 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 Kayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kayan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kayan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kayan 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 Kayan
Where is Kayan located?
Kayan village is located in Bada Malhera Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kayan?
Kayan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kayan?
The pincode of Kayan is 471311.
What is the population of Kayan?
Kayan has a total population of 1,585, including 803 males and 782 females.
How many households are there in Kayan?
There are 415 households in Kayan.
What is the literacy rate in Kayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kayan is 51.29%. Male literacy is 60.02% and female literacy is 42.33%.