Chhidamani - Gotegaon, Narsimhapur
Chhidamani is a village situated in the Gotegaon tehsil of Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gotegaon and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Narsimhapur. Kandhrapur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhidamani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhidamani is 490495. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.23 hectares and falls under the 487114 pincode. Gotegaon is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chhidamani 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 Chhidamani
According to the 2011 Census, Chhidamani village had a total population of 347 people, including 192 males and 155 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 807 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.64%, with male literacy at 95.86% and female literacy at 66.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 25, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 347 | 192 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 23 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 162 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 30 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Chhidamani
Chhidamani 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 Chhidamani
Chhidamani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Chhidamani has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gotegaon to Chhidamani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Narsimhapur to Chhidamani is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhidamani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhidamani 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 Chhidamani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhidamani 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 Chhidamani
Where is Chhidamani located?
Chhidamani village is located in Gotegaon Tehsil, Narsimhapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhidamani?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhidamani is Kandhrapur.
What is the pincode of Chhidamani?
The pincode of Chhidamani is 487114.
What is the population of Chhidamani?
Chhidamani had a total population of 347, including 192 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Chhidamani?
Chhidamani had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhidamani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhidamani was 82.64%. Male literacy was 95.86% and female literacy was 66.90%.