Chaundi - Bhikangaon, Khargone (West Nimar)
Chaundi is a village situated in the Bhikangaon tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhikangaon and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Choudi(andad) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaundi is 477384. The village covers a total geographical area of 1383.47 hectares and falls under the 451335 pincode. Bhikangaon is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chaundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasrawad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khargone Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaundi
As per Census 2011, Chaundi village has a total population of 2,180 people, consisting of 1,073 males and 1,107 females. The village has 410 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 421 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 919 literate and 1,261 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,492 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaundi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,180 | 1,073 | 1,107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 421 | 199 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,492 | 733 | 759 |
| Literate Population | 919 | 546 | 373 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,261 | 527 | 734 |
Nearby Villages of Chaundi
Chaundi 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 Chaundi
Public transport in the Chaundi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Bhikangaon to Chaundi is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Chaundi is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaundi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaundi 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaundi
Where is Chaundi located?
Chaundi village is located in Bhikangaon Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaundi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaundi is Choudi(andad).
What is the pincode of Chaundi?
The pincode of Chaundi is 451335.
What is the population of Chaundi?
Chaundi has a total population of 2,180, including 1,073 males and 1,107 females.
How many households are there in Chaundi?
There are 410 households in Chaundi.
What is the literacy rate in Chaundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaundi is 42.16%. Male literacy is 50.89% and female literacy is 33.69%.