Chhayan

Chhayan is a village located in Dewas tehsil of Dewas district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from Dewas, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chhayan village. As per 2009 stats, Chandana is the gram panchayat of Chhayan village.

Chhayan has its own place in the vibrant Dewas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chhayan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhayan is 473585. The village spans a total geographical area of 274.67 hectares. Dewas is nearest town to Chhayan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Chhayan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Khategaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Vidisha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Chhayan

Below is a concise population overview of Chhayan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 459 245 214
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 76 42 34
Scheduled Castes (SC) 292 156 136
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 300 180 120
Illiterate Population 159 65 94

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhayan village:

  • The total population of Chhayan village is around 459, including approximately 245 males and 214 females, with a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 76 children aged 0–6 years in Chhayan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhayan village has 292 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chhayan village is about 65.36%, with male literacy at 73.47% and female literacy at 56.07%.
  • There are around 99 households in Chhayan village.

Connectivity of Chhayan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhayan. As per the 2011 stats, Chhayan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available

Nearby Villages of Chhayan

Knowing the nearby villages of Chhayan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhayan.

Bhimsi Karnakhedi Singawada Achlukhedi Mungawada Nagukhedi Bairagarh Bangar Dewar Badoli Panchtalab

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhayan

Where is Chhayan located?
Chhayan village is situated in Dewas Tehsil, within the Dewas district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhayan is Chandana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhayan is 459, with 245 males and 214 females.
How many households are there in Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhayan village has a total of 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhayan is 65.36%. The male literacy rate is 73.47%, while the female literacy rate is 56.07%.