Chhayan
Chhayan is a village located in Thandla tehsil of Jhabua district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Thandla (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Jhabua. As per 2009 stats, Chhayan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chhayan unique in its vibrant Thandla-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 504095. The village spans a total geographical area of 179.68 hectares. Thandla is nearest town to Chhayan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
Google Map of Chhayan
Population of Chhayan
According to the 2011 Census, Chhayan has a total population of about 985, with approximately 497 males and 488 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 275 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 984. The overall literacy rate is approximately 18.07%, with male literacy at about 20.32% and female literacy near 15.78%. There are around 184 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 | 985 | 497 | 488 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 275 | 151 | 124 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 984 | 497 | 487 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 101 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 807 | 396 | 411 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available |
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 Thandla Tehsil, within the Jhabua district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhayan?
- Chhayan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhayan is 985, with 497 males and 488 females.
- How many households are there in Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhayan village has a total of 184 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhayan is 18.07%. The male literacy rate is 20.32%, while the female literacy rate is 15.78%.