Chandela - Teonthar, Rewa
Chandela is a village situated in the Teonthar tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Teonthar and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Chand Pur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandela is 464954. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.29 hectares and falls under the 486220 pincode. Teonthar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chandela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandela
According to the 2011 Census, Chandela village had a total population of 510 people, including 256 males and 254 females, living in 131 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.59%, with male literacy at 82.87% and female literacy at 68.10%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 165.
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 | 510 | 256 | 254 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 165 | 88 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 322 | 179 | 143 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 77 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Chandela
Chandela 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 Chandela
Chandela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Teonthar to Chandela is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Chandela is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandela 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandela 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chandela
Where is Chandela located?
Chandela village is located in Teonthar Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandela?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandela is Chand Pur.
What is the pincode of Chandela?
The pincode of Chandela is 486220.
What is the population of Chandela?
Chandela had a total population of 510, including 256 males and 254 females.
How many households are there in Chandela?
Chandela had 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandela was 75.59%. Male literacy was 82.87% and female literacy was 68.10%.