Chenpura - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Chenpura is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Chenpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chenpura is 504537. The village covers a total geographical area of 531.61 hectares and falls under the 457777 pincode. Thandla is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chenpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chenpura
As per Census 2011, Chenpura village has a total population of 1,822 people, consisting of 882 males and 940 females. The village has 311 households and a sex ratio of 1,065 females per 1,000 males. There are 368 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 687 literate and 1,135 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,813 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chenpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,822 | 882 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 368 | 207 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,813 | 876 | 937 |
| Literate Population | 687 | 363 | 324 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,135 | 519 | 616 |
Nearby Villages of Chenpura
Chenpura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jarat | South-East | 1.34 km |
| Rangpura | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Shivgarh | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Ganeshpura | North | 2.26 km |
| Rajpura | South | 2.51 km |
| Gopalpura | South-West | 2.88 km |
| Guda Chhota | West | 2.96 km |
| Mahuda | North-West | 3.06 km |
| Semalpada | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Hatyadeli | South | 4.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chenpura
Chenpura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Thandla Rd, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 96.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thandla to Chenpura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Chenpura is about 26 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 Chenpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chenpura 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 Chenpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chenpura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chenpura
Where is Chenpura located?
Chenpura village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chenpura?
Chenpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chenpura?
The pincode of Chenpura is 457777.
What is the population of Chenpura?
Chenpura has a total population of 1,822, including 882 males and 940 females.
How many households are there in Chenpura?
There are 311 households in Chenpura.
What is the literacy rate in Chenpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chenpura is 37.71%. Male literacy is 41.16% and female literacy is 34.47%.