Chhota Naharpura - Meghnagar, Jhabua
Chhota Naharpura is a village situated in the Meghnagar tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Meghnagar and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Chhota Naharpura village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Naharpura is 504541. The village covers a total geographical area of 99.93 hectares and falls under the 457777 pincode. Thandla is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chhota Naharpura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhota Naharpura
As per Census 2011, Chhota Naharpura village has a total population of 555 people, consisting of 267 males and 288 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 129 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 440 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 553 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhota Naharpura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 555 | 267 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 73 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 553 | 266 | 287 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 440 | 210 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Chhota Naharpura
Chhota Naharpura 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Juni Bordi | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Balakhori | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Kodiyapada | West | 2.33 km |
| Guwalrundi | South | 2.84 km |
| Dhawadapada | South-East | 3.21 km |
| Devgarh | East | 3.40 km |
| Bordi | South-West | 3.55 km |
| Munjal | West | 3.89 km |
| Sagwa | East | 4.26 km |
| Tejpura | North-East | 4.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Naharpura
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chhota Naharpura. The nearest railway station is Bajrangarh, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Thandla to Chhota Naharpura is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Chhota Naharpura is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhota Naharpura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Naharpura 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 Chhota Naharpura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhota Naharpura 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 Chhota Naharpura
Where is Chhota Naharpura located?
Chhota Naharpura village is located in Meghnagar Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Naharpura?
Chhota Naharpura is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhota Naharpura?
The pincode of Chhota Naharpura is 457777.
What is the population of Chhota Naharpura?
Chhota Naharpura has a total population of 555, including 267 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Chhota Naharpura?
There are 104 households in Chhota Naharpura.
What is the literacy rate in Chhota Naharpura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhota Naharpura is 20.72%. Male literacy is 21.35% and female literacy is 20.14%.