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.
Here you can discover what makes Chandel unique in its vibrant Punasa-Khandwa region. You’ll see Chandel’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 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.
Google Map of Chandel
Population of Chandel
According to the 2011 Census, Chandel has a total population of about 965, with approximately 522 males and 443 females. The sex ratio is around 848 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 140 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 596. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.41%, with male literacy at about 68.58% and female literacy near 44.24%. There are around 199 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chandel's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
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%.