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.
Here you can discover what makes Chhayan unique in its vibrant Meghnagar-Jhabua region. You’ll see Chhayan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Chhayan
Population of Chhayan
According to the 2011 Census, Chhayan has a total population of about 1,306, with approximately 682 males and 624 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 253 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,300. The overall literacy rate is approximately 35.60%, with male literacy at about 47.95% and female literacy near 22.12%. There are around 267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhayan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.