Chhayan Kalan - Jawar, Sehore
Chhayan Kalan is a village situated in the Jawar tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawar and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Sehore. Shyampura Magarda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhayan Kalan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhayan Kalan is 483156. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.3 hectares and falls under the 466118 pincode. Jawar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Chhayan Kalan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhayan Kalan
As per Census 2011, Chhayan Kalan village has a total population of 100 people, consisting of 56 males and 44 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 785 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 64 literate and 36 illiterate residents. Additionally, 86 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhayan Kalan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 100 | 56 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 9 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 41 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 15 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Chhayan Kalan
Chhayan Kalan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shyampura Magarda | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Pithapura | North-West | 2.25 km |
| Pamakhedi | North | 2.58 km |
| Harjipura | North | 3.80 km |
| Govindpura | West | 4.54 km |
| Narpa Khedi | East | 4.56 km |
| Mawada | South | 4.97 km |
| Guradiya Rao | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Burana Khedi | North-West | 5.63 km |
| Siddiqueganj | North | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhayan Kalan
Chhayan Kalan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dewas, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jawar to Chhayan Kalan is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sehore to Chhayan Kalan is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhayan Kalan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhayan Kalan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhayan Kalan
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 Kalan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chhayan Kalan
Where is Chhayan Kalan located?
Chhayan Kalan village is located in Jawar Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhayan Kalan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhayan Kalan is Shyampura Magarda.
What is the pincode of Chhayan Kalan?
The pincode of Chhayan Kalan is 466118.
What is the population of Chhayan Kalan?
Chhayan Kalan has a total population of 100, including 56 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Chhayan Kalan?
There are 16 households in Chhayan Kalan.
What is the literacy rate in Chhayan Kalan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhayan Kalan is 64.00%. Male literacy is 73.21% and female literacy is 52.27%.