Chhayan
Chhayan is a village located in Petlawad tehsil of Jhabua district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Petlawad (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Jhabua. As per 2009 stats, Gehandi is the gram panchayat of Chhayan village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhayan unique in its vibrant Petlawad-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 504226. The village spans a total geographical area of 570.97 hectares. Petlawad is nearest town to Chhayan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 14km away.
Google Map of Chhayan
Population of Chhayan
According to the 2011 Census, Chhayan has a total population of about 1,279, with approximately 626 males and 653 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 282 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,254. The overall literacy rate is approximately 24.16%, with male literacy at about 33.07% and female literacy near 15.62%. There are around 245 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 | 1,279 | 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 |
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 10+ 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 Petlawad Tehsil, within the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhayan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhayan is Gehandi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhayan is 1,279, with 626 males and 653 females.
- How many households are there in Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhayan village has a total of 245 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhayan is 24.16%. The male literacy rate is 33.07%, while the female literacy rate is 15.62%.