Chhayan - Shahgarh, Sagar
Chhayan is a village situated in the Shahgarh tehsil of Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shahgarh and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sagar. Bilagram (p) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhayan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhayan is 460381. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.48 hectares and falls under the 470339 pincode. Shahgarh is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Chhayan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhayan
According to the 2011 Census, Chhayan village had a total population of 74 people, including 47 males and 27 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 574 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.21%, with male literacy at 83.78% and female literacy at 41.67%.
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 | 74 | 47 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 10 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 31 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 16 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Chhayan
Chhayan 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 Chhayan
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chhayan.
| 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 Shahgarh to Chhayan is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sagar to Chhayan is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhayan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhayan 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 Chhayan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhayan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhayan
Where is Chhayan located?
Chhayan village is located in Shahgarh Tehsil, Sagar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhayan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhayan is Bilagram (p).
What is the pincode of Chhayan?
The pincode of Chhayan is 470339.
What is the population of Chhayan?
Chhayan had a total population of 74, including 47 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Chhayan?
Chhayan had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhayan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhayan was 67.21%. Male literacy was 83.78% and female literacy was 41.67%.