Chatni - Harrai, Chhindwara
Chatni is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Atariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatni is 494046. The village covers a total geographical area of 590.82 hectares and falls under the 480559 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chatni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chatni
According to the 2011 Census, Chatni village had a total population of 607 people, including 296 males and 311 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.61%, with male literacy at 43.46% and female literacy at 34.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 606.
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 | 607 | 296 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 59 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 606 | 295 | 311 |
| Literate Population | 195 | 103 | 92 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 193 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Chatni
Chatni 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 Chatni
Chatni is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Harrai to Chatni is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Chatni is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatni 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 Chatni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatni 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 Chatni
Where is Chatni located?
Chatni village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatni is Atariya.
What is the pincode of Chatni?
The pincode of Chatni is 480559.
What is the population of Chatni?
Chatni had a total population of 607, including 296 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Chatni?
Chatni had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatni was 38.61%. Male literacy was 43.46% and female literacy was 34.33%.