Chironjiya - Gairatganj, Raisen
Chironjiya is a village situated in the Gairatganj tehsil of Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairatgang and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Raisen. Papda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chironjiya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chironjiya is 483999. The village covers a total geographical area of 380 hectares and falls under the 464884 pincode. Gairatganj is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chironjiya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sanchi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chironjiya
As per Census 2011, Chironjiya village has a total population of 223 people, consisting of 110 males and 113 females. The village has 57 households and a sex ratio of 1,027 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 24 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 93 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chironjiya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 223 | 110 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 15 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 44 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 58 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 52 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Chironjiya
Chironjiya 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khajuriya | North | 1.28 km |
| Sayeedpur | East | 2.15 km |
| Pipaliya Khurd | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Madanpur | South | 2.44 km |
| Padariyaganj | West | 2.53 km |
| Papda | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Tehri | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Sultan Jhanpur | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Anwariya | West | 3.45 km |
| Khamkheda | South-East | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chironjiya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chironjiya. The nearest railway station is Sumer, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gairatganj to Chironjiya is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raisen to Chironjiya is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chironjiya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chironjiya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chironjiya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chironjiya 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 Chironjiya
Where is Chironjiya located?
Chironjiya village is located in Gairatganj Tehsil, Raisen district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chironjiya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chironjiya is Papda.
What is the pincode of Chironjiya?
The pincode of Chironjiya is 464884.
What is the population of Chironjiya?
Chironjiya has a total population of 223, including 110 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Chironjiya?
There are 57 households in Chironjiya.
What is the literacy rate in Chironjiya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chironjiya is 51.57%. Male literacy is 52.73% and female literacy is 50.44%.