Chousla Karju - Moman Badodiya, Shajapur
Chousla Karju is a village situated in the Moman Badodiya tehsil of Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Moman Badodiya and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Shajapur. Bhanwrasa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chousla Karju village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chousla Karju is 472898. The village covers a total geographical area of 451.15 hectares and falls under the 465226 pincode. Sarangpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chousla Karju 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 Chousla Karju
According to the 2011 Census, Chousla Karju village had a total population of 409 people, including 219 males and 190 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.38%, with male literacy at 71.69% and female literacy at 48.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 115.
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 | 409 | 219 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 53 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 35 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 63 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 119 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 217 | 100 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Chousla Karju
Chousla Karju 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adalim Khedi | West | 2.73 km |
| Dungari | West | 2.89 km |
| Mohana | North-West | 2.97 km |
| Rolya Khedi | South-West | 3.64 km |
| Sirsodiya | South | 3.89 km |
| Karju | South-East | 4.02 km |
| Mangaliya | West | 4.32 km |
| Nipanya Karju | South-West | 4.96 km |
| Birjipura | East | 5.03 km |
| Tikon | North | 5.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chousla Karju
Chousla Karju is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sarangpur, while the nearest airport is Raja Bhoj International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 85.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sarangpur to Chousla Karju is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shajapur to Chousla Karju is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chousla Karju
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chousla Karju 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 Chousla Karju
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chousla Karju village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chousla Karju
Where is Chousla Karju located?
Chousla Karju village is located in Moman Badodiya Tehsil, Shajapur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chousla Karju?
The Gram Panchayat of Chousla Karju is Bhanwrasa.
What is the pincode of Chousla Karju?
The pincode of Chousla Karju is 465226.
What is the population of Chousla Karju?
Chousla Karju had a total population of 409, including 219 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Chousla Karju?
Chousla Karju had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chousla Karju?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chousla Karju was 60.38%. Male literacy was 71.69% and female literacy was 48.03%.