Chandwasa - Shamgarh, Mandsaur
Chandwasa is a village situated in the Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shamgarh and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Mandsaur. Chandwasa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandwasa is 469480. The village covers a total geographical area of 1644.4 hectares and falls under the 458883 pincode. Shamgarh is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chandwasa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suwasra Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandsour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandwasa
According to the 2011 Census, Chandwasa village had a total population of 6,018 people, including 3,080 males and 2,938 females, living in 1,304 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.47%, with male literacy at 87.26% and female literacy at 57.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,141, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 19.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,018 | 3,080 | 2,938 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 737 | 403 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,141 | 573 | 568 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 8 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 3,827 | 2,336 | 1,491 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,191 | 744 | 1,447 |
Nearby Villages of Chandwasa
Chandwasa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Salri | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Gopalpura | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Bhatuni | South | 3.22 km |
| Tolakhedi | West | 3.23 km |
| Kherkhedi | North | 3.38 km |
| Kilgari | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Bawdikheda | South-East | 3.66 km |
| Banjari | South | 3.81 km |
| Baradiya Istmurar | North-West | 4.08 km |
| Ghatya | South-West | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandwasa
Chandwasa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shamgarh, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Shamgarh to Chandwasa is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Mandsaur to Chandwasa is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandwasa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandwasa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandwasa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandwasa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandwasa
Where is Chandwasa located?
Chandwasa village is located in Shamgarh Tehsil, Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandwasa?
Chandwasa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandwasa?
The pincode of Chandwasa is 458883.
What is the population of Chandwasa?
Chandwasa had a total population of 6,018, including 3,080 males and 2,938 females.
How many households are there in Chandwasa?
Chandwasa had 1,304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandwasa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandwasa was 72.47%. Male literacy was 87.26% and female literacy was 57.26%.