Chhinda - Keolari, Seoni
Chhinda is a village situated in the Keolari tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Keolari and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Chinda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhinda is 496598. The village covers a total geographical area of 384.23 hectares and falls under the 480994 pincode. Nainpur is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Chhinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhinda
As per Census 2011, Chhinda village has a total population of 1,407 people, consisting of 704 males and 703 females. The village has 340 households and a sex ratio of 998 females per 1,000 males. There are 156 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 978 literate and 429 illiterate residents. Additionally, 562 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 200 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhinda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,407 | 704 | 703 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 84 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 562 | 275 | 287 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 104 | 96 |
| Literate Population | 978 | 529 | 449 |
| Illiterate Population | 429 | 175 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Chhinda
Chhinda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Babariya | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Bhata | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Baksi | East | 2.34 km |
| Keolari Khera | South | 2.92 km |
| Karapatha | West | 3.02 km |
| Chandan Kheda | South | 3.59 km |
| Tindua | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Pongar | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Saliwada | North | 4.15 km |
| Tali | South-West | 4.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhinda
Chhinda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pindrai, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Nainpur to Chhinda is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Chhinda is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhinda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhinda 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 Chhinda
Where is Chhinda located?
Chhinda village is located in Keolari Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhinda is Chinda.
What is the pincode of Chhinda?
The pincode of Chhinda is 480994.
What is the population of Chhinda?
Chhinda has a total population of 1,407, including 704 males and 703 females.
How many households are there in Chhinda?
There are 340 households in Chhinda.
What is the literacy rate in Chhinda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhinda is 69.51%. Male literacy is 75.14% and female literacy is 63.87%.