Chalani - Sardarpur, Dhar
Chalani is a village situated in the Sardarpur tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarpur and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Chalni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chalani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalani is 474722. The village covers a total geographical area of 1157.77 hectares and falls under the 454441 pincode. Sardarpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chalani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chalani
As per Census 2011, Chalani village has a total population of 3,041 people, consisting of 1,570 males and 1,471 females. The village has 541 households and a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males. There are 485 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,152 literate and 1,889 illiterate residents. Additionally, 41 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,775 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chalani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,041 | 1,570 | 1,471 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 485 | 240 | 245 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,775 | 1,429 | 1,346 |
| Literate Population | 1,152 | 743 | 409 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,889 | 827 | 1,062 |
Nearby Villages of Chalani
Chalani 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 Chalani
Chalani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Sardarpur to Chalani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Chalani is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chalani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chalani
Where is Chalani located?
Chalani village is located in Sardarpur Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chalani is Chalni.
What is the pincode of Chalani?
The pincode of Chalani is 454441.
What is the population of Chalani?
Chalani has a total population of 3,041, including 1,570 males and 1,471 females.
How many households are there in Chalani?
There are 541 households in Chalani.
What is the literacy rate in Chalani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalani is 37.88%. Male literacy is 47.32% and female literacy is 27.80%.