Chholya - Kumbhraj, Guna
Chholya is a village situated in the Kumbhraj tehsil of Guna district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumbhraj and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Guna. Bahukhedi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chholya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chholya is 499612. The village covers a total geographical area of 218 hectares and falls under the 473222 pincode. Kumbhraj is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chholya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chachoura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chholya
According to the 2011 Census, Chholya village had a total population of 175 people, including 89 males and 86 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 966 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.54%, with male literacy at 72.86% and female literacy at 50.68%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 89 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 19 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 51 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 38 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Chholya
Chholya 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 Chholya
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chholya. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chholya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kumbhraj to Chholya is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Guna to Chholya is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chholya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chholya 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chholya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chholya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chholya
Where is Chholya located?
Chholya village is located in Kumbhraj Tehsil, Guna district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chholya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chholya is Bahukhedi.
What is the pincode of Chholya?
The pincode of Chholya is 473222.
What is the population of Chholya?
Chholya had a total population of 175, including 89 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Chholya?
Chholya had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chholya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chholya was 61.54%. Male literacy was 72.86% and female literacy was 50.68%.