Chandon
Chandon is a village located in Itarsi tehsil of Hoshangabad district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Itarsi (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshangabad. As per 2009 stats, Chandon village is also a gram panchayat.
Chandon has its own place in the vibrant Hoshangabad region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chandon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandon is 487341. The village spans a total geographical area of 466.15 hectares. Itarsi is nearest town to Chandon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chandon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sohagpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chandon
Population of Chandon
Below is a concise population overview of Chandon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,822 | 944 | 878 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 119 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 191 | 91 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 584 | 292 | 292 |
| Literate Population | 1,260 | 723 | 537 |
| Illiterate Population | 562 | 221 | 341 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chandon village:
- The total population of Chandon village is around 1,822, including approximately 944 males and 878 females, with a sex ratio of 930 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 242 children aged 0–6 years in Chandon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chandon village has 191 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 584 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chandon village is about 69.15%, with male literacy at 76.59% and female literacy at 61.16%.
- There are around 330 households in Chandon village.
Connectivity of Chandon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandon. As per the 2011 stats, Chandon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chandon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chandon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chandon
- Where is Chandon located?
- Chandon village is situated in Itarsi Tehsil, within the Hoshangabad district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chandon?
- Chandon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chandon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandon is 1,822, with 944 males and 878 females.
- How many households are there in Chandon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chandon village has a total of 330 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chandon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandon is 69.15%. The male literacy rate is 76.59%, while the female literacy rate is 61.16%.