Chouma - Moman Badodiya, Shajapur
Chouma is a village situated in the Moman Badodiya tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moman Badodiya and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Choma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chouma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chouma is 472902. The village covers a total geographical area of 871.31 hectares and falls under the 465226 pincode. Agar is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chouma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Susner Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Rajgarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chouma
As per Census 2011, Chouma village has a total population of 2,625 people, consisting of 1,345 males and 1,280 females. The village has 544 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 426 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,380 literate and 1,245 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,043 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chouma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,625 | 1,345 | 1,280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 426 | 204 | 222 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,043 | 529 | 514 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 1,380 | 865 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,245 | 480 | 765 |
Nearby Villages of Chouma
Chouma 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Fawaka | North | 2.09 km |
| Biragaon | South | 2.70 km |
| Jawadi | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Burlay | East | 3.16 km |
| Hamali | South | 3.35 km |
| Bijanakhedi | North-East | 3.98 km |
| Sagadiya | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Meghakhedi | North-West | 4.06 km |
| Parsula | North | 4.30 km |
| Bhandedi | South | 4.57 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chouma
Chouma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sunera Pirkheri, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Agar to Chouma is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Chouma is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chouma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chouma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chouma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chouma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chouma
Where is Chouma located?
Chouma village is located in Moman Badodiya Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chouma?
The Gram Panchayat of Chouma is Choma.
What is the pincode of Chouma?
The pincode of Chouma is 465226.
What is the population of Chouma?
Chouma has a total population of 2,625, including 1,345 males and 1,280 females.
How many households are there in Chouma?
There are 544 households in Chouma.
What is the literacy rate in Chouma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chouma is 52.57%. Male literacy is 64.31% and female literacy is 40.23%.