Chandpura - Khategaon, Dewas
Chandpura is a village situated in the Khategaon tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khategaon and around 144 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Palasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandpura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandpura is 474218. The village covers a total geographical area of 263.22 hectares and falls under the 455336 pincode. Khategaon is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chandpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandpura
According to the 2011 Census, Chandpura village had a total population of 570 people, including 286 males and 284 females, living in 105 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.80%, with male literacy at 79.69% and female literacy at 51.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 375.
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 | 570 | 286 | 284 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 22 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 375 | 181 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 329 | 204 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 241 | 82 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Chandpura
Chandpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Junapanikhurd | South | 2.06 km |
| Gopalpur | South-West | 2.42 km |
| Kishanpur | East | 3.04 km |
| Palasi | North-West | 3.21 km |
| Siralya | South-West | 3.54 km |
| Itawa Khurd | North | 3.64 km |
| Muhai | South-East | 3.68 km |
| Ratanpur | West | 3.97 km |
| Harangaon | West | 4.89 km |
| Ganora | South | 5.71 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandpura
Chandpura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Charkhera, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khategaon to Chandpura is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Chandpura is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandpura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandpura
Where is Chandpura located?
Chandpura village is located in Khategaon Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandpura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandpura is Palasi.
What is the pincode of Chandpura?
The pincode of Chandpura is 455336.
What is the population of Chandpura?
Chandpura had a total population of 570, including 286 males and 284 females.
How many households are there in Chandpura?
Chandpura had 105 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandpura was 65.80%. Male literacy was 79.69% and female literacy was 51.23%.