Chauda - Seoni
Chauda is a village situated in the Seoni tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 18 km from Seoni, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Mungwanikhurd serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauda is 496669. The village covers a total geographical area of 149.99 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chauda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Seoni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauda
As per Census 2011, Chauda village has a total population of 216 people, consisting of 103 males and 113 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,097 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 22 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 216 | 103 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 1 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 51 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 52 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Chauda
Chauda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sapapar | South-West | 1.33 km |
| Gadarwara | North-West | 1.93 km |
| Kudwari | East | 2.19 km |
| Badhi | West | 2.50 km |
| Ghotiy | East | 3.15 km |
| Bandha | North | 3.85 km |
| Mungawanikhurd | South-West | 4.32 km |
| Pusera | South-East | 4.32 km |
| Jaitpurkhurd | West | 4.51 km |
| Marbodi | North-West | 5.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chauda
Chauda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Matradham Halt, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.8 km.
| 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 Seoni to Chauda 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 Chauda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chauda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauda 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 Chauda
Where is Chauda located?
Chauda village is located in Seoni Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauda is Mungwanikhurd.
What is the pincode of Chauda?
The pincode of Chauda is 480888.
What is the population of Chauda?
Chauda has a total population of 216, including 103 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Chauda?
There are 46 households in Chauda.
What is the literacy rate in Chauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauda is 41.20%. Male literacy is 49.51% and female literacy is 33.63%.