Chichwan - Ranapur, Jhabua
Chichwan is a village situated in the Ranapur tehsil of Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranapur and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Jhabua. Mordundia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichwan is 504863. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.84 hectares and falls under the 457993 pincode. Ranapur is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Chichwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chichwan
According to the 2011 Census, Chichwan village had a total population of 212 people, including 113 males and 99 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 876 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.08%, with male literacy at 31.51% and female literacy at 22.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 211.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 113 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 112 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 90 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Chichwan
Chichwan 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 Chichwan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chichwan.
| 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 Ranapur to Chichwan is about 29 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jhabua to Chichwan is about 49 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 Chichwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichwan 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 Chichwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chichwan
Where is Chichwan located?
Chichwan village is located in Ranapur Tehsil, Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chichwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichwan is Mordundia.
What is the pincode of Chichwan?
The pincode of Chichwan is 457993.
What is the population of Chichwan?
Chichwan had a total population of 212, including 113 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Chichwan?
Chichwan had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichwan was 27.08%. Male literacy was 31.51% and female literacy was 22.54%.