Chhatar Kalan - Harrai, Chhindwara
Chhatar Kalan is a village situated in the Harrai tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Harrai and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Chhatakala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatar Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatar Kalan is 494212. The village covers a total geographical area of 1461.47 hectares and falls under the 480224 pincode. Harrai is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chhatar Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhatar Kalan
As per Census 2011, Chhatar Kalan village has a total population of 1,229 people, consisting of 648 males and 581 females. The village has 268 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 148 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 574 literate and 655 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,142 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhatar Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,229 | 648 | 581 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 86 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,142 | 598 | 544 |
| Literate Population | 574 | 345 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 303 | 352 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatar Kalan
Chhatar Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Medki | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Hadai | West | 2.74 km |
| Kamkasur | South | 3.59 km |
| Baratmari | South | 3.84 km |
| Ghondi | West | 4.83 km |
| Thaori | North-West | 5.00 km |
| Rajadhana | North-West | 6.05 km |
| Jamuniya | South | 6.06 km |
| Karapatha | South-West | 6.18 km |
| Atama | South-East | 6.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhatar Kalan
Chhatar Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chourai, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.0 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 Harrai to Chhatar Kalan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhindwara to Chhatar Kalan is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatar Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatar Kalan 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 Chhatar Kalan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatar Kalan 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 Chhatar Kalan
Where is Chhatar Kalan located?
Chhatar Kalan village is located in Harrai Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhatar Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatar Kalan is Chhatakala.
What is the pincode of Chhatar Kalan?
The pincode of Chhatar Kalan is 480224.
What is the population of Chhatar Kalan?
Chhatar Kalan has a total population of 1,229, including 648 males and 581 females.
How many households are there in Chhatar Kalan?
There are 268 households in Chhatar Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatar Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatar Kalan is 46.70%. Male literacy is 53.24% and female literacy is 39.41%.