Cherrewani - Bichhua, Chhindwara
Cherrewani is a village situated in the Bichhua tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bichhua and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Thuepani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cherrewani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cherrewani is 495446. The village covers a total geographical area of 335.34 hectares and falls under the 480111 pincode. Chhindwara is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Cherrewani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Cherrewani
As per Census 2011, Cherrewani village has a total population of 659 people, consisting of 341 males and 318 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 53 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 454 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 542 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cherrewani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 659 | 341 | 318 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 542 | 278 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 454 | 273 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 68 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Cherrewani
Cherrewani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bisanpur | West | 1.79 km |
| Thuepani | North-East | 1.96 km |
| Sanwari No.2 | North | 2.03 km |
| Sawajpani | South-West | 2.80 km |
| Khairri Khurd | West | 2.90 km |
| Dunda Seoni | West | 3.45 km |
| Devari | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Ghorad | South-West | 3.78 km |
| Dholpur | West | 4.47 km |
| Agrapur | West | 4.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Cherrewani
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Cherrewani. The nearest railway station is Bhimalgondi, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 51.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Chhindwara to Cherrewani is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cherrewani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cherrewani 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 Cherrewani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cherrewani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cherrewani
Where is Cherrewani located?
Cherrewani village is located in Bichhua Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cherrewani?
The Gram Panchayat of Cherrewani is Thuepani.
What is the pincode of Cherrewani?
The pincode of Cherrewani is 480111.
What is the population of Cherrewani?
Cherrewani has a total population of 659, including 341 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Cherrewani?
There are 136 households in Cherrewani.
What is the literacy rate in Cherrewani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cherrewani is 68.89%. Male literacy is 80.06% and female literacy is 56.92%.