Chandel - Punasa, Khandwa (East Nimar)
Chandel is a village situated in the Punasa tehsil of Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Punasa and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Khandwa. Chikti Khal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandel village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandel is 506035. The village covers a total geographical area of 434 hectares and falls under the 450112 pincode. Mundi is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chandel village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mandhata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khandwa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandel
As per Census 2011, Chandel village has a total population of 965 people, consisting of 522 males and 443 females. The village has 199 households and a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 554 literate and 411 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 596 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandel are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 965 | 522 | 443 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 596 | 328 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 554 | 358 | 196 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 164 | 247 |
Nearby Villages of Chandel
Chandel 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 Chandel
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chandel.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mundi to Chandel is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Khandwa to Chandel is about 48 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 Chandel
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandel village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandel
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandel village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandel
Where is Chandel located?
Chandel village is located in Punasa Tehsil, Khandwa (East Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandel?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandel is Chikti Khal.
What is the pincode of Chandel?
The pincode of Chandel is 450112.
What is the population of Chandel?
Chandel has a total population of 965, including 522 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Chandel?
There are 199 households in Chandel.
What is the literacy rate in Chandel?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandel is 57.41%. Male literacy is 68.58% and female literacy is 44.24%.