Chunakhal - Khalwa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Chunakhal is a village situated in the Khalwa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khalwa and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Kotvariyamal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunakhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunakhal is 505684. The village covers a total geographical area of 387.05 hectares and falls under the 450001 pincode. Khandwa is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Chunakhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Harsud Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Betul Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunakhal
According to the 2011 Census, Chunakhal village had a total population of 1,110 people, including 574 males and 536 females, living in 181 households. The sex ratio was 934 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.79%, with male literacy at 40.55% and female literacy at 28.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,099.
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 | 1,110 | 574 | 536 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 265 | 135 | 130 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,099 | 569 | 530 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 178 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 816 | 396 | 420 |
Nearby Villages of Chunakhal
Chunakhal 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 Chunakhal
Chunakhal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khandwa to Chunakhal is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunakhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunakhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chunakhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunakhal 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chunakhal
Where is Chunakhal located?
Chunakhal village is located in Khalwa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunakhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunakhal is Kotvariyamal.
What is the pincode of Chunakhal?
The pincode of Chunakhal is 450001.
What is the population of Chunakhal?
Chunakhal had a total population of 1,110, including 574 males and 536 females.
How many households are there in Chunakhal?
Chunakhal had 181 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunakhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunakhal was 34.79%. Male literacy was 40.55% and female literacy was 28.57%.