Chandrapura Village - Garoth, Mandsaur
Chandrapura is a village situated in the Garoth tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garoth and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Basgoan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapura is 469365. The village covers a total geographical area of 369.9 hectares and falls under the 458880 pincode. Garoth is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chandrapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Garoth Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandrapura
As per Census 2011, Chandrapura village has a total population of 743 people, consisting of 363 males and 380 females. The village has 161 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 130 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 536 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandrapura are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 743 | 363 | 380 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 130 | 61 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 144 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 536 | 219 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapura
Chandrapura is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Piplyajati | South | 1.72 km |
| Basgon | East | 1.87 km |
| Jassakhedi | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Barkheda Gangasa | West | 2.33 km |
| Dhaba | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Eriya | North-West | 2.74 km |
| Borkhedi | South | 2.98 km |
| Barrakhedi | South-East | 3.01 km |
| Bawdikheda | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Akya Kunwarpada | South | 3.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandrapura
Chandrapura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Garot, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Garoth to Chandrapura is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Chandrapura is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandrapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapura 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 Chandrapura
Where is Chandrapura located?
Chandrapura village is located in Garoth Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandrapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrapura is Basgoan.
What is the pincode of Chandrapura?
The pincode of Chandrapura is 458880.
What is the population of Chandrapura?
Chandrapura has a total population of 743, including 363 males and 380 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapura?
There are 161 households in Chandrapura.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapura is 27.86%. Male literacy is 39.67% and female literacy is 16.58%.