Chandawad - Dharampuri, Dhar
Chandawad is a village situated in the Dharampuri tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharampuri and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Chandawad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandawad is 475860. The village covers a total geographical area of 690.67 hectares and falls under the 454552 pincode. Dharampuri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chandawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandawad
As per Census 2011, Chandawad village has a total population of 2,188 people, consisting of 1,046 males and 1,142 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 1,091 females per 1,000 males. There are 280 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,267 literate and 921 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,056 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandawad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,188 | 1,046 | 1,142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 131 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 63 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,056 | 463 | 593 |
| Literate Population | 1,267 | 662 | 605 |
| Illiterate Population | 921 | 384 | 537 |
Nearby Villages of Chandawad
Chandawad 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mondla | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Lohari | North-East | 2.14 km |
| Bhawanya Khurd | South | 2.29 km |
| Tarapur | North | 2.34 km |
| Kalibawdi | West | 2.86 km |
| Chhitari | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Dhegda | South-West | 3.18 km |
| Dongargaon | East | 3.35 km |
| Semalda | East | 3.57 km |
| Jhakrud | South-East | 3.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandawad
Chandawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Patal Pani, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 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 Dharampuri to Chandawad is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Chandawad is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandawad 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandawad
Where is Chandawad located?
Chandawad village is located in Dharampuri Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandawad?
Chandawad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandawad?
The pincode of Chandawad is 454552.
What is the population of Chandawad?
Chandawad has a total population of 2,188, including 1,046 males and 1,142 females.
How many households are there in Chandawad?
There are 388 households in Chandawad.
What is the literacy rate in Chandawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandawad is 57.91%. Male literacy is 63.29% and female literacy is 52.98%.