Chandrapura - Badoda, Sheopur
Chandrapura is a village situated in the Badoda tehsil of Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Badoda and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Sheopur. Philojpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandrapura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandrapura is 451735. The village covers a total geographical area of 487 hectares and falls under the 476339 pincode. Badoda is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chandrapura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sheopur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Morena Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandrapura
According to the 2011 Census, Chandrapura village had a total population of 789 people, including 395 males and 394 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.39%, with male literacy at 85.04% and female literacy at 53.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 173, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 99.
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 | 789 | 395 | 394 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 90 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 57 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 467 | 290 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 105 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Chandrapura
Chandrapura 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 Chandrapura
Chandrapura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Badoda to Chandrapura is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Sheopur to Chandrapura is about 14 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandrapura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandrapura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chandrapura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandrapura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Chandrapura
Where is Chandrapura located?
Chandrapura village is located in Badoda Tehsil, Sheopur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandrapura?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandrapura is Philojpura.
What is the pincode of Chandrapura?
The pincode of Chandrapura is 476339.
What is the population of Chandrapura?
Chandrapura had a total population of 789, including 395 males and 394 females.
How many households are there in Chandrapura?
Chandrapura had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandrapura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandrapura was 69.39%. Male literacy was 85.04% and female literacy was 53.31%.