Chhayan

Chhayan is a village located in Shamgarh tehsil of Mandsaur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Shamgarh (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Mandsaur. As per 2009 stats, Barkheda Uda is the gram panchayat of Chhayan village.

Chhayan has its own place in the vibrant Mandsaur 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 Chhayan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhayan is 469503. The village spans a total geographical area of 389 hectares. Shamgarh is nearest town to Chhayan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Chhayan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 647 332 315
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 91 47 44
Scheduled Castes (SC) 224 111 113
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 298 202 96
Illiterate Population 349 130 219

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

  • The total population of Chhayan village is around 647, including approximately 332 males and 315 females, with a sex ratio of 948 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Chhayan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chhayan village has 224 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chhayan village is about 46.06%, with male literacy at 60.84% and female literacy at 30.48%.
  • There are around 153 households in Chhayan village.

Connectivity of Chhayan

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

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

Nearby Villages of Chhayan

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

Ramkhedi Nipaniya Deori Dongarkhedi Takrawad Semlihada Barkheda Uda Makdichaoda Junapani Dhoranya Dhamaniya Diwan Banskhedi

Frequently Asked Questions about Chhayan

Where is Chhayan located?
Chhayan village is situated in Shamgarh Tehsil, within the Mandsaur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhayan is Barkheda Uda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhayan is 647, with 332 males and 315 females.
How many households are there in Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chhayan village has a total of 153 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhayan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhayan is 46.06%. The male literacy rate is 60.84%, while the female literacy rate is 30.48%.