Chandakhedi - Sonkatch, Dewas
Chandakhedi is a village situated in the Sonkatch tehsil of Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonkatch and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Dewas. Chandakhedi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandakhedi is 473488. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.6 hectares and falls under the 455223 pincode. Sonkatch is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chandakhedi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandakhedi
As per Census 2011, Chandakhedi village has a total population of 788 people, consisting of 409 males and 379 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 926 females per 1,000 males. There are 116 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 437 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 259 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandakhedi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 788 | 409 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 259 | 141 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 437 | 281 | 156 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 128 | 223 |
Nearby Villages of Chandakhedi
Chandakhedi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chandakhedi
Chandakhedi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sonkatch to Chandakhedi is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dewas to Chandakhedi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandakhedi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandakhedi 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 Chandakhedi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandakhedi 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 Chandakhedi
Where is Chandakhedi located?
Chandakhedi village is located in Sonkatch Tehsil, Dewas district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandakhedi?
Chandakhedi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandakhedi?
The pincode of Chandakhedi is 455223.
What is the population of Chandakhedi?
Chandakhedi has a total population of 788, including 409 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Chandakhedi?
There are 158 households in Chandakhedi.
What is the literacy rate in Chandakhedi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandakhedi is 55.46%. Male literacy is 68.70% and female literacy is 41.16%.