Chatan - Chandausi, Sambhal
Chatan is a village situated in the Chandausi tehsil of Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from Chandausi and around 66 km from Moradabad. Chatan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chatan is 116115. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.41 hectares and falls under the 244410 pincode. Cvhandausi is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chatan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Asmoli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sambhal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chatan
According to the 2011 Census, Chatan village had a total population of 1,739 people, including 937 males and 802 females, living in 269 households. The sex ratio was 856 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.09%, with male literacy at 69.00% and female literacy at 39.02%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 1,739 | 937 | 802 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 179 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 523 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 960 | 414 | 546 |
Nearby Villages of Chatan
Chatan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Ghasipur | North-East | 1.38 km |
| Pagauna | South | 1.61 km |
| Shivrajpur | West | 1.79 km |
| Dilgaura | North-West | 1.80 km |
| Anandpur | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Dodai | East | 2.10 km |
| Hasanpur Khurd | South-West | 2.51 km |
| Partapur | East | 2.59 km |
| Kirari | North | 2.87 km |
| Ahmadnagarpachtaura | North-West | 2.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chatan
Public transport in the Chatan is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pathakpur, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Cvhandausi to Chatan is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Moradabad to Chatan is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chatan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chatan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chatan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chatan 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chatan
Where is Chatan located?
Chatan village is located in Chandausi Tehsil, Sambhal district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chatan?
Chatan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chatan?
The pincode of Chatan is 244410.
What is the population of Chatan?
Chatan had a total population of 1,739, including 937 males and 802 females.
How many households are there in Chatan?
Chatan had 269 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chatan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chatan was 55.09%. Male literacy was 69.00% and female literacy was 39.02%.