Chhayan Khurd - Ranapur, Jhabua
Chhayan Khurd is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Mordundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhayan Khurd village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhayan Khurd is 504862. The village covers a total geographical area of 214.24 hectares and falls under the 457993 pincode. Ranapur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chhayan Khurd village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhayan Khurd
As per Census 2011, Chhayan Khurd village has a total population of 531 people, consisting of 281 males and 250 females. The village has 129 households and a sex ratio of 889 females per 1,000 males. There are 120 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 462 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 528 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhayan Khurd are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 531 | 281 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 528 | 278 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 48 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 233 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Chhayan Khurd
Chhayan Khurd is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chhayan Khurd
Chhayan Khurd is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Chhayan Khurd has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranapur to Chhayan Khurd is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Chhayan Khurd is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhayan Khurd
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhayan Khurd village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhayan Khurd
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 Khurd village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhayan Khurd
Where is Chhayan Khurd located?
Chhayan Khurd village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhayan Khurd?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhayan Khurd is Mordundia.
What is the pincode of Chhayan Khurd?
The pincode of Chhayan Khurd is 457993.
What is the population of Chhayan Khurd?
Chhayan Khurd has a total population of 531, including 281 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Chhayan Khurd?
There are 129 households in Chhayan Khurd.
What is the literacy rate in Chhayan Khurd?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhayan Khurd is 12.99%. Male literacy is 17.08% and female literacy is 8.40%.