Chitodiya Van - Sehore
Chitodiya Van is a village situated in the Sehore tehsil of Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Sehore, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Amla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitodiya Van village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitodiya Van is 482601. The village covers a total geographical area of 639.47 hectares and falls under the 466001 pincode. Sehore is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chitodiya Van village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ichhawar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Vidisha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chitodiya Van
As per Census 2011, Chitodiya Van village has a total population of 934 people, consisting of 490 males and 444 females. The village has 177 households and a sex ratio of 906 females per 1,000 males. There are 112 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 561 literate and 373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 286 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chitodiya Van are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 934 | 490 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 61 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 286 | 148 | 138 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 561 | 347 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 143 | 230 |
Nearby Villages of Chitodiya Van
Chitodiya Van 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chitodiya Lakha | South-East | 1.65 km |
| Pach Pipliya | West | 1.88 km |
| Rasalpura (rasulpur) | South | 2.66 km |
| Sangrampur | North | 2.77 km |
| Didakhedi | East | 2.90 km |
| Amla | South-West | 2.92 km |
| Bhatoni | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Muskura | West | 3.40 km |
| Vishan Kheda | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Usmaniya | South-West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chitodiya Van
Chitodiya Van is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Parbati, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sehore to Chitodiya Van is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitodiya Van
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitodiya Van 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitodiya Van
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitodiya Van 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 Chitodiya Van
Where is Chitodiya Van located?
Chitodiya Van village is located in Sehore Tehsil, Sehore district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chitodiya Van?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitodiya Van is Amla.
What is the pincode of Chitodiya Van?
The pincode of Chitodiya Van is 466001.
What is the population of Chitodiya Van?
Chitodiya Van has a total population of 934, including 490 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Chitodiya Van?
There are 177 households in Chitodiya Van.
What is the literacy rate in Chitodiya Van?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitodiya Van is 60.06%. Male literacy is 70.82% and female literacy is 48.20%.