Chorwan - Satwas, Dewas
Chorwan is a village situated in the Satwas tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Satwas and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Bhayali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chorwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chorwan is 473806. The village covers a total geographical area of 713.25 hectares and falls under the 455440 pincode. Satwas is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chorwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khategaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chorwan
As per Census 2011, Chorwan village has a total population of 894 people, consisting of 444 males and 450 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 165 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 381 literate and 513 illiterate residents. Additionally, 146 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 670 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chorwan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 894 | 444 | 450 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 165 | 92 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 146 | 71 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 670 | 335 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 220 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 513 | 224 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Chorwan
Chorwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhayali | East | 1.55 km |
| Godna | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Nimlay | North-West | 2.40 km |
| Jinwani (kantaphod) | North-East | 3.55 km |
| Takdi | South-West | 3.69 km |
| Kanda | South-East | 4.41 km |
| Badkun | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Beragada | South | 4.61 km |
| Dehri | West | 4.79 km |
| Jansur | East | 5.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chorwan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chorwan. The nearest railway station is Kurawan, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 59.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Satwas to Chorwan is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Chorwan is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chorwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chorwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chorwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chorwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chorwan
Where is Chorwan located?
Chorwan village is located in Satwas Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chorwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chorwan is Bhayali.
What is the pincode of Chorwan?
The pincode of Chorwan is 455440.
What is the population of Chorwan?
Chorwan has a total population of 894, including 444 males and 450 females.
How many households are there in Chorwan?
There are 187 households in Chorwan.
What is the literacy rate in Chorwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chorwan is 42.62%. Male literacy is 49.55% and female literacy is 35.78%.