Chhata - Sonakhan, Balodabazar-Bhatapara

Chhata is a village situated in the Sonakhan tehsil of Balodabazar-Bhatapara district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 55 km from Kasdol and around 138 km from Raipur. Chata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhata village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhata is 444101. The village covers a total geographical area of 543.11 hectares and falls under the 492112 pincode. Kasdol is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.

Chhata village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaigarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Chhata

According to the 2011 Census, Chhata village had a total population of 707 people, including 344 males and 363 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.40%, with male literacy at 75.83% and female literacy at 57.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 313.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Chhata

Chhata 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Chhata

Chhata is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bagbahra, while the nearest airport is Nawapara Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.7 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kasdol to Chhata is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Raipur to Chhata is about 138 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Chhata

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhata village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Chhata

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhata village are given below:

FAQs about Chhata