Chancharsi - Ashta, Sehore
Chancharsi is a village situated in the Ashta tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ashta and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Chancharsi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chancharsi is 482910. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.68 hectares and falls under the 466116 pincode. Ashta is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chancharsi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chancharsi
As per Census 2011, Chancharsi village has a total population of 828 people, consisting of 433 males and 395 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 465 literate and 363 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chancharsi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 828 | 433 | 395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 74 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 96 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 465 | 300 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 363 | 133 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Chancharsi
Chancharsi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malipura (ashta) | North-East | 1.22 km |
| Rajjakpura | East | 1.62 km |
| Tajpura | South-East | 1.87 km |
| Pagariya Chor | West | 1.89 km |
| Gopalpur | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Bahadarpura | North-East | 2.65 km |
| Hamid Khedi | North | 2.75 km |
| Ahmadpur | South-East | 3.10 km |
| Dabri | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Channotha | West | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chancharsi
Chancharsi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Jabri, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ashta to Chancharsi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Chancharsi is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chancharsi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chancharsi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chancharsi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chancharsi 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 Chancharsi
Where is Chancharsi located?
Chancharsi village is located in Ashta Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chancharsi?
Chancharsi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chancharsi?
The pincode of Chancharsi is 466116.
What is the population of Chancharsi?
Chancharsi has a total population of 828, including 433 males and 395 females.
How many households are there in Chancharsi?
There are 177 households in Chancharsi.
What is the literacy rate in Chancharsi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chancharsi is 56.16%. Male literacy is 69.28% and female literacy is 41.77%.