Chhapra
Chhapra is a village located in Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Majholi (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Chhapra village is also a gram panchayat.
Chhapra has its own place in the vibrant Jabalpur 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 Chhapra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhapra is 489379. The village spans a total geographical area of 608.73 hectares. Sihora is nearest town to Chhapra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chhapra 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chhapra
Population of Chhapra
Below is a concise population overview of Chhapra 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 | 1,484 | 757 | 727 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 263 | 141 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 185 | 96 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 949 | 524 | 425 |
| Illiterate Population | 535 | 233 | 302 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhapra village:
- The total population of Chhapra village is around 1,484, including approximately 757 males and 727 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 263 children aged 0–6 years in Chhapra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chhapra village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 185 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chhapra village is about 63.95%, with male literacy at 69.22% and female literacy at 58.46%.
- There are around 342 households in Chhapra village.
Connectivity of Chhapra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhapra. As per the 2011 stats, Chhapra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhapra
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhapra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhapra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhapra
- Where is Chhapra located?
- Chhapra village is situated in Majholi Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhapra?
- Chhapra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chhapra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhapra is 1,484, with 757 males and 727 females.
- How many households are there in Chhapra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhapra village has a total of 342 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhapra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhapra is 63.95%. The male literacy rate is 69.22%, while the female literacy rate is 58.46%.