Chandawani - Pichhore, Shivpuri
Chandawani is a village situated in the Pichhore tehsil of Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pichhore and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Shivpuri. Chandawani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandawani is 456076. The village covers a total geographical area of 845.44 hectares and falls under the 473585 pincode. Pichhore is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chandawani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shivpuri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Guna Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandawani
As per Census 2011, Chandawani village has a total population of 3,829 people, consisting of 2,028 males and 1,801 females. The village has 859 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 729 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,509 literate and 2,320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 485 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,307 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandawani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,829 | 2,028 | 1,801 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 729 | 395 | 334 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 485 | 260 | 225 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,307 | 681 | 626 |
| Literate Population | 1,509 | 941 | 568 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,320 | 1,087 | 1,233 |
Nearby Villages of Chandawani
Chandawani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Udaypura | East | 3.76 km |
| Bakshanpur | South | 3.89 km |
| Punawali | North-East | 4.23 km |
| Chhan | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Simarra | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Dagariya | South | 5.42 km |
| Kenwaha | South-West | 5.50 km |
| Chur | West | 6.31 km |
| Naguli | South-East | 6.43 km |
| Mitloni | North | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chandawani
Chandawani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Shivpuri, while the nearest airport is Gwalior Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 91.1 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 Pichhore to Chandawani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Shivpuri to Chandawani is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandawani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandawani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chandawani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandawani 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 Chandawani
Where is Chandawani located?
Chandawani village is located in Pichhore Tehsil, Shivpuri district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandawani?
Chandawani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandawani?
The pincode of Chandawani is 473585.
What is the population of Chandawani?
Chandawani has a total population of 3,829, including 2,028 males and 1,801 females.
How many households are there in Chandawani?
There are 859 households in Chandawani.
What is the literacy rate in Chandawani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandawani is 39.41%. Male literacy is 46.40% and female literacy is 31.54%.