Chhiwalhawa - Chitrangi, Singrauli
Chhiwalhawa is a village situated in the Chitrangi tehsil of Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 43 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrangi and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Singrauli. Thatara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhiwalhawa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhiwalhawa is 503415. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.59 hectares and falls under the 486882 pincode. Singrauli is the nearest town, located about 123 km away.
Chhiwalhawa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrangi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sidhi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhiwalhawa
According to the 2011 Census, Chhiwalhawa village had a total population of 286 people, including 153 males and 133 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.88%, with male literacy at 64.96% and female literacy at 39.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
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 | 286 | 153 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 16 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 34 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 89 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 64 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Chhiwalhawa
Chhiwalhawa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kundari | North-West | 1.34 km |
| Lamsarai | West | 2.72 km |
| Naraina | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Ramdiha | South | 2.97 km |
| Dighwar | South-West | 3.34 km |
| Banjariya | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Silapi | North | 3.67 km |
| Leduakhand | West | 4.42 km |
| Duari (lam Sarai) | South-West | 4.84 km |
| Sailwar | South-West | 4.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhiwalhawa
Chhiwalhawa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Paprakund, while the nearest airport is Lal Bahadur Shastri Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.7 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 Singrauli to Chhiwalhawa is about 123 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhiwalhawa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhiwalhawa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhiwalhawa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhiwalhawa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhiwalhawa
Where is Chhiwalhawa located?
Chhiwalhawa village is located in Chitrangi Tehsil, Singrauli district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhiwalhawa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhiwalhawa is Thatara.
What is the pincode of Chhiwalhawa?
The pincode of Chhiwalhawa is 486882.
What is the population of Chhiwalhawa?
Chhiwalhawa had a total population of 286, including 153 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Chhiwalhawa?
Chhiwalhawa had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhiwalhawa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhiwalhawa was 53.88%. Male literacy was 64.96% and female literacy was 39.81%.