Chhapal - Ghansaur, Seoni
Chhapal is a village situated in the Ghansaur tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansaur and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Beohari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhapal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhapal is 496230. The village covers a total geographical area of 396 hectares and falls under the 480997 pincode. Jabalpur is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chhapal 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 Chhapal
As per Census 2011, Chhapal village has a total population of 259 people, consisting of 132 males and 127 females. The village has 65 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 157 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhapal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 259 | 132 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 77 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 82 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 50 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Chhapal
Chhapal 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 Chhapal
Chhapal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Jabalpur to Chhapal is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Chhapal is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhapal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhapal 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhapal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhapal 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 Chhapal
Where is Chhapal located?
Chhapal village is located in Ghansaur Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhapal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhapal is Beohari.
What is the pincode of Chhapal?
The pincode of Chhapal is 480997.
What is the population of Chhapal?
Chhapal has a total population of 259, including 132 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Chhapal?
There are 65 households in Chhapal.
What is the literacy rate in Chhapal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhapal is 54.05%. Male literacy is 62.12% and female literacy is 45.67%.