Chandan Kheda - Gadarwara, Narsimhapur
Chandan Kheda is a village situated in the Gadarwara tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gadarwara and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Chandan Kheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandan Kheda is 490932. The village covers a total geographical area of 1053.27 hectares and falls under the 487771 pincode. Gadarwara is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chandan Kheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gadarwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandan Kheda
As per Census 2011, Chandan Kheda village has a total population of 3,239 people, consisting of 1,677 males and 1,562 females. The village has 655 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 494 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,428 literate and 1,811 illiterate residents. Additionally, 314 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,502 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandan Kheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,239 | 1,677 | 1,562 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 494 | 235 | 259 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 314 | 153 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,502 | 752 | 750 |
| Literate Population | 1,428 | 880 | 548 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,811 | 797 | 1,014 |
Nearby Villages of Chandan Kheda
Chandan Kheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Raipur | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Hirapur | South-West | 3.06 km |
| Belkhedi | East | 3.39 km |
| Tiktoli | East | 3.69 km |
| Kalyanpur | North-East | 3.88 km |
| Kudari | North-West | 4.02 km |
| Bheropur | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Narsara | North | 4.43 km |
| Chhawargaon | South-West | 4.68 km |
| Dogragaon (dongargaon) | North | 4.74 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandan Kheda
Chandan Kheda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bohani, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.2 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 Gadarwara to Chandan Kheda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Chandan Kheda is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandan Kheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandan Kheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandan Kheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandan Kheda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandan Kheda
Where is Chandan Kheda located?
Chandan Kheda village is located in Gadarwara Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandan Kheda?
Chandan Kheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandan Kheda?
The pincode of Chandan Kheda is 487771.
What is the population of Chandan Kheda?
Chandan Kheda has a total population of 3,239, including 1,677 males and 1,562 females.
How many households are there in Chandan Kheda?
There are 655 households in Chandan Kheda.
What is the literacy rate in Chandan Kheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandan Kheda is 44.09%. Male literacy is 52.47% and female literacy is 35.08%.