Chhayan (West) - Petlawad, Jhabua
Chhayan (West) is a village situated in the Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Petlawad and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Gehandi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhayan (West) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhayan (West) is 504226. The village covers a total geographical area of 570.97 hectares and falls under the 457770 pincode. Petlawad is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chhayan (West) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhayan (West)
As per Census 2011, Chhayan (West) village has a total population of 1,279 people, consisting of 626 males and 653 females. The village has 245 households and a sex ratio of 1,043 females per 1,000 males. There are 282 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 970 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,254 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhayan (West) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,279 | 626 | 653 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 282 | 142 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,254 | 612 | 642 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 207 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 970 | 419 | 551 |
Nearby Villages of Chhayan (West)
Chhayan (West) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kachnariya | South | 1.67 km |
| Gehandi | East | 1.99 km |
| Moicharni | North | 2.39 km |
| Govindpura | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Dhumadiya | North-West | 3.73 km |
| Ramgarh | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Karangarh | North | 4.40 km |
| Dehandi | East | 4.66 km |
| Bhensgubada | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Naldi | North-East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhayan (West)
Chhayan (West) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bamnia, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 86.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Petlawad to Chhayan (West) is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Chhayan (West) is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhayan (West)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhayan (West) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhayan (West)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhayan (West) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhayan (West)
Where is Chhayan (West) located?
Chhayan (West) village is located in Petlawad Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhayan (West)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhayan (West) is Gehandi.
What is the pincode of Chhayan (West)?
The pincode of Chhayan (West) is 457770.
What is the population of Chhayan (West)?
Chhayan (West) has a total population of 1,279, including 626 males and 653 females.
How many households are there in Chhayan (West)?
There are 245 households in Chhayan (West).
What is the literacy rate in Chhayan (West)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhayan (West) is 24.16%. Male literacy is 33.07% and female literacy is 15.62%.