Chatua - Ghansaur, Seoni
Chatua is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 105 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Sarasdol serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chatua village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatua is 496182. The village covers a total geographical area of 309.51 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chatua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lakhnadon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chatua
As per Census 2011, Chatua village has a total population of 590 people, consisting of 300 males and 290 females. The village has 136 households and a sex ratio of 966 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 369 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 455 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chatua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 590 | 300 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 455 | 233 | 222 |
| Literate Population | 369 | 210 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 90 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Chatua
Chatua 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dola | North | 1.98 km |
| Tilgaon | West | 2.50 km |
| Balpur Mal | South-West | 4.17 km |
| Bineki Kalan | North-West | 4.34 km |
| Chhitapar | South-East | 4.37 km |
| Khairi Kalan | South-West | 4.44 km |
| Sarasdol | North-East | 4.53 km |
| Gunheri | North-East | 4.58 km |
| Kurmithel Mal | West | 5.01 km |
| Dunda | East | 5.47 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chatua
Chatua is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Ghonsor, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lakhnadon to Chatua is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Chatua is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatua 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 Chatua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatua 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chatua
Where is Chatua located?
Chatua village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chatua?
The Gram Panchayat of Chatua is Sarasdol.
What is the pincode of Chatua?
The pincode of Chatua is 480997.
What is the population of Chatua?
Chatua has a total population of 590, including 300 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Chatua?
There are 136 households in Chatua.
What is the literacy rate in Chatua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatua is 62.54%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 54.83%.