Churna - Sohagpur, Narmadapuram
Churna is a village situated in the Sohagpur tehsil of Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 170 km from Sohagpur and around 100 km from Hoshangabad. Naya Churna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churna is 487765. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 461001 pincode. Itarsi is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Churna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Churna
According to the 2011 Census, Churna village had a total population of 421 people, including 204 males and 217 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.26%, with male literacy at 55.37% and female literacy at 47.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 93.
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 | 421 | 204 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 27 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 42 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 98 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 106 | 132 |
Nearby Villages of Churna
Churna 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 Churna
Churna is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Itarsi to Churna is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Hoshangabad to Churna 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 Churna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churna 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Churna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Churna
Where is Churna located?
Churna village is located in Sohagpur Tehsil, Narmadapuram district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churna?
The Gram Panchayat of Churna is Naya Churna.
What is the pincode of Churna?
The pincode of Churna is 461001.
What is the population of Churna?
Churna had a total population of 421, including 204 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Churna?
Churna had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churna was 51.26%. Male literacy was 55.37% and female literacy was 47.22%.