Chhotinal - Piploda, Ratlam
Chhotinal is a village situated in the Piploda tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Piploda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Ummedpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhotinal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhotinal is 470041. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.83 hectares and falls under the 457331 pincode. Sailana is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Chhotinal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhotinal
According to the 2011 Census, Chhotinal village had a total population of 363 people, including 169 males and 194 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,148 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 8.57%, with male literacy at 10.85% and female literacy at 6.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.
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 | 363 | 169 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 40 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 168 | 194 |
| Literate Population | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 339 | 155 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Chhotinal
Chhotinal 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 Chhotinal
Chhotinal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Sailana to Chhotinal is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Chhotinal is about 40 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 Chhotinal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhotinal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhotinal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhotinal 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 Chhotinal
Where is Chhotinal located?
Chhotinal village is located in Piploda Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhotinal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhotinal is Ummedpura.
What is the pincode of Chhotinal?
The pincode of Chhotinal is 457331.
What is the population of Chhotinal?
Chhotinal had a total population of 363, including 169 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Chhotinal?
Chhotinal had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhotinal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhotinal was 8.57%. Male literacy was 10.85% and female literacy was 6.62%.