Chhayan

Chhayan is a village located in Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Meghnagar (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Jhabua. As per 2009 stats, Chhayan village is also a gram panchayat.

Chhayan has its own place in the vibrant Jhabua 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 Chhayan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhayan is 504548. The village spans a total geographical area of 281.42 hectares. Petlawad is nearest town to Chhayan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

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Population of Chhayan

Below is a concise population overview of Chhayan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,306 682 624
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 253 139 114
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 2 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,300 677 623
Literate Population 465 327 138
Illiterate Population 841 355 486

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chhayan village:

  • The total population of Chhayan village is around 1,306, including approximately 682 males and 624 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Chhayan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhayan village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,300 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chhayan village is about 35.60%, with male literacy at 47.95% and female literacy at 22.12%.
  • There are around 267 households in Chhayan village.

Connectivity of Chhayan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhayan. As per the 2011 stats, Chhayan 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 <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Chhayan

Knowing the nearby villages of Chhayan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhayan.

Dhawadapada Jamda Panchpipaliya Kundla Bawadi Kotnai Malkhandwi Khal Khandwi Patdi Mokhada Dedla

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhayan

Where is Chhayan located?
Chhayan village is situated in Meghnagar Tehsil, within the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhayan?
Chhayan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhayan is 1,306, with 682 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhayan village has a total of 267 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhayan is 35.60%. The male literacy rate is 47.95%, while the female literacy rate is 22.12%.