Chawalpani - Tamia, Chhindwara
Chawalpani is a village situated in the Tamia tehsil of Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamia and around 126 km from the district headquarters in Chhindwara. Chanwalpani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chawalpani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawalpani is 493703. The village covers a total geographical area of 745.04 hectares and falls under the 480559 pincode. Neuton Chikhli Kalan is the nearest town.
Chawalpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Junnardeo Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Chhindwara Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chawalpani
As per Census 2011, Chawalpani village has a total population of 2,262 people, consisting of 1,145 males and 1,117 females. The village has 499 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 334 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,382 literate and 880 illiterate residents. Additionally, 360 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 827 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chawalpani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,262 | 1,145 | 1,117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 334 | 140 | 194 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 360 | 188 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 410 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 1,382 | 794 | 588 |
| Illiterate Population | 880 | 351 | 529 |
Nearby Villages of Chawalpani
Chawalpani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pipariya Sani | South | 1.71 km |
| Keolari | North-East | 2.26 km |
| Dehgaon Kalan | North | 2.54 km |
| Khamtra | East | 2.56 km |
| Pathai | South-West | 2.57 km |
| Khapa Sani | East | 2.98 km |
| Bamahori Khurd | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Manegaon | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Dholpur | South | 3.69 km |
| Khuniya | West | 4.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chawalpani
Public transport in the Chawalpani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Junehta, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 122.8 km.
| 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 Chhindwara to Chawalpani is about 126 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chawalpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chawalpani 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 Chawalpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chawalpani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chawalpani
Where is Chawalpani located?
Chawalpani village is located in Tamia Tehsil, Chhindwara district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chawalpani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chawalpani is Chanwalpani.
What is the pincode of Chawalpani?
The pincode of Chawalpani is 480559.
What is the population of Chawalpani?
Chawalpani has a total population of 2,262, including 1,145 males and 1,117 females.
How many households are there in Chawalpani?
There are 499 households in Chawalpani.
What is the literacy rate in Chawalpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawalpani is 61.10%. Male literacy is 69.34% and female literacy is 52.64%.