Champa - Balodabazar, Balodabazar-Bhatapara
Champa is a village situated in the Balodabazar tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from Baloda Bazar and around 75 km from Raipur. Champa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Champa is 443772. The village covers a total geographical area of 301.05 hectares and falls under the 493332 pincode. Baloda Bazar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Champa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baloda bazar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raipur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Champa
As per Census 2011, Champa village has a total population of 1,066 people, consisting of 500 males and 566 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 1,132 females per 1,000 males. There are 140 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 642 literate and 424 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 141 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Champa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,066 | 500 | 566 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 140 | 62 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 149 | 71 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 141 | 65 | 76 |
| Literate Population | 642 | 367 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 424 | 133 | 291 |
Nearby Villages of Champa
Champa 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saiha | South | 1.79 km |
| Bharuwadih | North | 1.94 km |
| Thelki | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Chicholi | East | 2.47 km |
| Belha | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Guma | West | 3.22 km |
| Puran | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Semaradih | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Parsadih | South | 3.74 km |
| Achholi | East | 3.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Champa
Champa is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bhatapara, while the nearest airport is Bilaspur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Baloda Bazar to Champa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Champa is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Champa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Champa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Champa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Champa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Champa
Where is Champa located?
Champa village is located in Balodabazar Tehsil, Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Champa?
Champa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Champa?
The pincode of Champa is 493332.
What is the population of Champa?
Champa has a total population of 1,066, including 500 males and 566 females.
How many households are there in Champa?
There are 236 households in Champa.
What is the literacy rate in Champa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Champa is 60.23%. Male literacy is 73.40% and female literacy is 48.59%.