Chandel

Chandel is a village located in Punasa tehsil of Khandwa district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Punasa (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Khandwa. As per 2009 stats, Chikti Khal is the gram panchayat of Chandel village.

Chandel has its own place in the vibrant Khandwa region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chandel

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chandel is 506035. The village spans a total geographical area of 434 hectares. Mundi is nearest town to Chandel village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Chandel

Below is a concise population overview of Chandel as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chandel village:

  • The total population of Chandel village is around 965, including approximately 522 males and 443 females, with a sex ratio of 848 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 140 children aged 0–6 years in Chandel village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chandel village has 78 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 596 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Chandel village is about 57.41%, with male literacy at 68.58% and female literacy at 44.24%.
  • There are around 199 households in Chandel village.

Connectivity of Chandel

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chandel. As per the 2011 stats, Chandel had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chandel

Knowing the nearby villages of Chandel helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chandel.

Frequently Asked Questions about Chandel

Where is Chandel located?
Chandel village is situated in Punasa Tehsil, within the Khandwa district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandel?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandel is Chikti Khal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chandel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chandel is 965, with 522 males and 443 females.
How many households are there in Chandel as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chandel village has a total of 199 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandel as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chandel is 57.41%. The male literacy rate is 68.58%, while the female literacy rate is 44.24%.