Chandan
About Chandan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chandan village is 488371. Chandan village is located in Badwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Badwara (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Katni. As per 2009 stats, Bhachharwara is the gram panchayat of Chandan village.
The total geographical area of village is 299.69 hectares. Chandan has a total population of 688 peoples, out of which male population is 366 while female population is 322. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 879 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chandan village is 62.21% out of which 73.50% males and 49.38% females are literate. There are about 140 houses in chandan village.
When it comes to administration, Chandan village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chandan village comes under Barwara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shahdol Lok Sabha constituency. Katni is nearest town to chandan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Chandan
The population details of Chandan cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 688 | 366 | 322 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 74 | 39 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 57 | 31 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 428 | 269 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 97 | 163 |
Connectivity of Chandan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chandan
Where is Chandan located?
Chandan village is situated in Badwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandan is Bhachharwara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chandan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandan is 688, with 366 males and 322 females.
How many households are there in Chandan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chandan village has a total of 140 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandan is 62.21%. The male literacy rate is 73.50%, while the female literacy rate is 49.38%.