Chhawara - Baraily, Raisen
Chhawara is a village situated in the Baraily tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baraily and around 115 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Chhawara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhawara is 484565. The village covers a total geographical area of 1331.7 hectares and falls under the 464671 pincode. Baraily is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chhawara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Udaipura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhawara
As per Census 2011, Chhawara village has a total population of 2,693 people, consisting of 1,415 males and 1,278 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 903 females per 1,000 males. There are 322 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,626 literate and 1,067 illiterate residents. Additionally, 287 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 272 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhawara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,693 | 1,415 | 1,278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 322 | 174 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 287 | 150 | 137 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 272 | 151 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 1,626 | 953 | 673 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,067 | 462 | 605 |
Nearby Villages of Chhawara
Chhawara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Utiya Kalan | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Khairi Bramhchari | West | 2.98 km |
| Bhadon | East | 3.49 km |
| Tonga | North-West | 3.98 km |
| Amrawad Khurd | North-West | 4.61 km |
| Johar Barha | West | 4.76 km |
| Bag Pipliya | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Khadon | East | 5.13 km |
| Kelkachha | West | 5.27 km |
| Seoni | South | 5.55 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhawara
Chhawara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pipariya, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 87.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baraily to Chhawara is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Chhawara is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhawara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhawara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhawara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhawara 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 Chhawara
Where is Chhawara located?
Chhawara village is located in Baraily Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhawara?
Chhawara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhawara?
The pincode of Chhawara is 464671.
What is the population of Chhawara?
Chhawara has a total population of 2,693, including 1,415 males and 1,278 females.
How many households are there in Chhawara?
There are 489 households in Chhawara.
What is the literacy rate in Chhawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhawara is 60.38%. Male literacy is 67.35% and female literacy is 52.66%.