Chanda - Bajag, Dindori
Chanda is a village situated in the Bajag tehsil of Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Dindori and around 67 km from Dindori. Chanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda is 492415. The village covers a total geographical area of 502 hectares and falls under the 481883 pincode. Dindori is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Chanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chanda
As per Census 2011, Chanda village has a total population of 951 people, consisting of 463 males and 488 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,053 females per 1,000 males. There are 186 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 421 literate and 530 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 876 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 951 | 463 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 93 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 876 | 430 | 446 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 244 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 530 | 219 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Chanda
Chanda 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 Chanda
Chanda 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 | 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 Dindori to Chanda is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dindori to Chanda is about 67 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 Chanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanda 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 Chanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanda 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chanda
Where is Chanda located?
Chanda village is located in Bajag Tehsil, Dindori district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanda?
Chanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanda?
The pincode of Chanda is 481883.
What is the population of Chanda?
Chanda has a total population of 951, including 463 males and 488 females.
How many households are there in Chanda?
There are 226 households in Chanda.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda is 44.27%. Male literacy is 52.70% and female literacy is 36.27%.