Chawdi - Seoni
Chawdi is a village situated in the Seoni tehsil of Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from Seoni, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chawdi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chawdi is 496894. The village covers a total geographical area of 489 hectares and falls under the 480888 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chawdi 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 Chawdi
As per Census 2011, Chawdi village has a total population of 1,421 people, consisting of 750 males and 671 females. The village has 313 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 189 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 882 literate and 539 illiterate residents. Additionally, 172 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 363 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chawdi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,421 | 750 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 106 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 172 | 86 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 363 | 196 | 167 |
| Literate Population | 882 | 518 | 364 |
| Illiterate Population | 539 | 232 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Chawdi
Chawdi 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 Chawdi
Chawdi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chawdi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Seoni to Chawdi is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chawdi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chawdi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chawdi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chawdi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chawdi
Where is Chawdi located?
Chawdi village is located in Seoni Tehsil, Seoni district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chawdi?
Chawdi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chawdi?
The pincode of Chawdi is 480888.
What is the population of Chawdi?
Chawdi has a total population of 1,421, including 750 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Chawdi?
There are 313 households in Chawdi.
What is the literacy rate in Chawdi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chawdi is 62.07%. Male literacy is 69.07% and female literacy is 54.25%.