Chandlon - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Chandlon is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Chandlon village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandlon is 490669. The village covers a total geographical area of 339.98 hectares and falls under the 487118 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Chandlon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gotegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandlon
As per Census 2011, Chandlon village has a total population of 987 people, consisting of 513 males and 474 females. The village has 269 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 126 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 575 literate and 412 illiterate residents. Additionally, 341 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 334 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandlon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 | 513 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 126 | 51 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 341 | 193 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 334 | 153 | 181 |
| Literate Population | 575 | 356 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 412 | 157 | 255 |
Nearby Villages of Chandlon
Chandlon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gunji | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Chhitadhana | North-West | 1.82 km |
| Gourtala | South | 2.48 km |
| Gadaghat | North | 2.59 km |
| Majni | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Sohjani | South-East | 2.70 km |
| Bagaspur | West | 3.20 km |
| Mehguwan | North-East | 3.51 km |
| Lathgaon | East | 3.89 km |
| Atariya | North | 3.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandlon
Chandlon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Shridham, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 47.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Chandlon is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Chandlon is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandlon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandlon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandlon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandlon 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 Chandlon
Where is Chandlon located?
Chandlon village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandlon?
Chandlon is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandlon?
The pincode of Chandlon is 487118.
What is the population of Chandlon?
Chandlon has a total population of 987, including 513 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Chandlon?
There are 269 households in Chandlon.
What is the literacy rate in Chandlon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandlon is 58.26%. Male literacy is 69.40% and female literacy is 46.20%.