Chilachond - Lakhnadon, Seoni
Chilachond is a village situated in the Lakhnadon tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lakhnadon and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Seoni. Mohgaonkhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilachond village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilachond is 495849. The village covers a total geographical area of 299.16 hectares and falls under the 480886 pincode. Lakhnadon is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chilachond 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 Chilachond
According to the 2011 Census, Chilachond village had a total population of 495 people, including 242 males and 253 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.84%, with male literacy at 71.71% and female literacy at 53.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 340.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 242 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 37 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 25 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 166 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 147 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 95 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Chilachond
Chilachond 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Marehati | East | 1.50 km |
| Sarasdol | North-East | 1.56 km |
| Mohgaon Khurd | West | 1.59 km |
| Bharda | South-West | 2.53 km |
| Pithera | South-West | 3.02 km |
| Harrai | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Batka | East | 3.23 km |
| Mudapar | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Amai | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Gandhila | East | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chilachond
Chilachond is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Binaiki, while the nearest airport is Jabalpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Lakhnadon to Chilachond is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Seoni to Chilachond is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilachond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilachond 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 Chilachond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilachond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chilachond
Where is Chilachond located?
Chilachond village is located in Lakhnadon Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilachond?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilachond is Mohgaonkhurd.
What is the pincode of Chilachond?
The pincode of Chilachond is 480886.
What is the population of Chilachond?
Chilachond had a total population of 495, including 242 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Chilachond?
Chilachond had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilachond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilachond was 61.84%. Male literacy was 71.71% and female literacy was 53.04%.